In addition to medication, you can use topical treatments — in gel, patch or cream form, as a healing solution for cold sores ...

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 ...

Herpes simplex virus (HSV), the virus that causes cold sores, is extremely common. In fact, about two-thirds of people under 50 have it, according to an estimate from the World Health Organization ...

Cold sores are more common than you think. Getty Images Admittedly, cold sores aren't the most pleasant topic of conversation. They tend to be a nuisance because they're often painful, tender, and ...

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 ...