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 ...

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 ...

Sometimes people will have triggers that are personal to them, says Adigun. “For example, spicy foods may be a trigger for someone. But more than likely spicy foods may be just for them, whereas we ...

It's no secret that cold sores tend to pop up during periods of stress and then take another two or three weeks to go away. But new research offers a clearer understanding of why stress, illness and ...

Cold sores are common infections in children. They’re also called fever blisters, oral herpes, or herpes labialis. Despite their name, cold sores don’t have anything to do with colds. Cold sores are ...