Cold sores are uncomfortable and embarrassing-looking fluid-filled blisters that form as a result of carrying the herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1). Although cold sores usually form on the lips...

Cold Sore Myths and Facts Have you ever had a cold sore? If so, what was your reaction to it? Were you scared and uncomfortable because you weren’t sure what it was at first?...

Cold sores are a widespread affliction, with an estimated 3.7 billion people under 50 being affected globally. Cold sores are simply a nuisance for many people, but they can be a painful and...

While times of stress are difficult enough to weather on their own, an annoying cold sore can make those stressful times much worse. Fortunately, there are lifestyle habits and fast-acting cold sore medicine...

What are cold sores? The herpes simplex virus (HSV) causes cold sores. Cold sores are a collection of small, fluid-filled blisters on your face. They most commonly appear on or around the lips, but they...

There is never a good time to get cold sores, but why does it seem that they seem to spring up at the worst times?

Dealing with a cold sore is never easy, and is often very frustrating. While cold sores themselves can go away, the actual virus never does. When...

The virus that causes cold sores is extremely contagious, so it’s common for people to feel wary about taking part in normal activities out of fear of infecting...

Question: Are Cold Sores Contagious? Dr. Chris Kammer answers this question as part of theQuantum Health Oral Care VideoSeries. Answer: Yes, they are contagious and can be spread very easily. To protect yourself and others, it’s important to learn how the herpes simplex virus 1 that causes cold sores can...

Cold sore symptoms are virtually the same for everyone, making them quite easy to diagnose. Since the life cycle of a cold sore outbreak is usually identical to the last outbreak, many people who get cold sores can detect the onset of an outbreak before physical symptoms can be observed....