Dopamine agents for hepatic encephalopathy. Hepatic encephalopathy is a serious complication of severe liver disease. The disease is often fluctuating with a wide spectrum of symptoms ranging from minor, not readily discernible signs to deep coma.
Please note: Cold sore stages #2 thru #8 are active stages and are very contagious. Usually 3 to 4 weeks is the average life-span of a cold sore; from first to last sore appearance. Much depends on your health and choice of treatments for each of your cold sore stages.
Identifying a Cold Sore. 1  1. Recognize an emerging cold sore. The cold sore will go through three phases as it erupts. 2  2. Take extra care of yourself if it is the first outbreak. The first outbreak is generally the worst. 3  3. Go to a doctor if it doesnât heal. Cold sores will usually heal without medical attention, but if this doesnât occur or you experience complications, you should get checked by a doctor. Go to a doctor if: Your immune system is suppressed.