What Are the Treatments for a Cold Sore on the Tongue?
Cold sores are small spots that appear on the tongue, usually due to a cold or infection. The spots can be extremely irritating, particularly when a person tries to eat or talk. Fortunately, there are a variety of cold-sore remedies available as a prescription or over the counter to reduce pain, including Cankaid and amlexanox. Other treatments include acid treatments, coating medication, and home remedies such as icing the area and applying tea bags.