Yes, cold sores are a form of herpes. Cold sores – often referred to as “fever blisters” – are caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV)1. These painful blisters are usually caused by HSV type 1, or HSV-11. However, cold sores can also be caused by HSV type 2, or HSV-2...
With all of the shopping to do, food to eat and family gatherings to attend, the holidays can be a crazy time. The last thing you want to worry about is a cold sore breakout! To help minimize your chances of getting a cold sore this holiday season, here are a few tips...
While there’s never an ideal time for a cold sore to pop up, there are certain times in life when the presence of a fresh cold sore on your lip may make you want to lock yourself in your bedroom and cry: 10 of the Worst Times to Get a Cold Sore The day of a flight The...
There’s nothing fun about cold sores. They can make you feel self-conscious – in addition to causing you physical pain. To make matters worse, cold sores can be very contagious. 1 As if dealing with a cold sore outbreak isn’t bad enough, imagine how you would feel...
Individuals may or may not experience all of these symptoms, but the most common signs of an oncoming cold sore typically include:1 Fever Red, swollen skin around the area of forming cold sore Pain, tingling, and/or burning sensation around your mouth and lips Cold...
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