Mouth sores can be more than a minor inconvenience. If you’re dreading social gatherings, feel self-conscious, or miss work due to repeated cold sores, you’re not alone—millions in Britain deal with oral herpes every year.
If you have persistent or severe symptoms, or if you’re unsure what’s causing your sores, it’s important to get tested. Mayfield Clinic provides a private at-home oral herpes test kit or in-person GP appointments across the UK.
Even if you don’t purchase a test, knowing how to manage symptoms and avoid transmission can keep you and your loved ones healthier. Want to know more? Visit the NHS page for official guidance.
Take the first step: Order an at-home oral herpes test or book a face-to-face appointment with Mayfield Clinic.
Most people get oral herpes in childhood, often through non-sexual contact. Symptoms can appear at any age, but cold sores are especially common in UK schoolchildren.
To avoid spreading the virus, don’t share drinks, utensils, or lip products. Avoid kissing or oral sex while you have a sore. Wash your hands after touching your mouth.
You can ease cold sore symptoms by applying a cold compress, using antiviral creams, and keeping your lips moisturised. If outbreaks are frequent, ask your doctor about prescription antivirals.
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