Herpes at the corners of the mouth usually cannot heal on its own, and requires systemic antiviral treatment, localized oral treatment, and supportive therapy as follows.
1. Systemic antiviral therapy: nucleoside antiviral drugs can be applied, mainly acyclovir, valaciclovir, famciclovir and so on.
2. Oral local treatment: local medication for oral mucosa, such as acyclovir ointment, and warm saline compresses can reduce inflammation, relieve pain and promote healing.
3. Supportive therapy: patients in serious condition should rest properly, and those who have difficulty eating should be supplemented with appropriate amount of nutrient solution and vitamin C, etc.
It is recommended to use medication under the guidance of a doctor, if the herpes at the corner of the mouth is not relieved, or accompanied by other symptoms, you should go to the hospital in a timely manner, early formal treatment. Need to follow the doctor’s instructions to use.