Cold sores occur around the mouth area and resemble blisters or a cluster of blisters. Carlos Ciudad Photography/Getty Images Cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV-1), which is very ...

When you don’t feel well, you want a quick fix. You might be familiar with treatments for allergies or the common cold. But what about cold sores? These fluid-filled blisters commonly found on or ...

While cold sores are not dangerous, they can be irritating — especially if you suffer from frequent outbreaks. Although they most commonly appear around the lips and mouth, cold sores can spread to ...

A mysterious bump near your lips can be unsettling. Is it a harmless pimple or something more serious like a cold sore? Distinguishing between the two is crucial for effective treatment and prevention ...

First, you’re not alone. Up to 80% of American adults have the herpes simplex virus (HSV-1), which can cause cold sores (also known as fever blisters), according to Johns Hopkins. The viral infection ...

Can having Herpes actually have benefits? While herpes viruses cause harmful or annoying afflictions like chickenpox and cold ...

Waking up with a spot on your lip is never a good feeling. Often cold sores or pimples are to blame, though telling the difference isn't always easy. They can look similar on the surface, but their ...

There are five stages of cold sores. These lead from the initial tingling in the area to the healing stage. Cold sores, also known as herpes labialis, are caused by nongenital herpes simplex virus ...