Cold sore-causing HSV-1 doesn't just hijack cells it reconfigures the entire architecture of our DNA to aid its invasion.

Researchers in Spain may have found the first potential treatment that stops an incurable virus found in 122million Americans from spreading inside the body, according to a new study.

We know the foods that make a cold or flu better—like a steaming bowl of chicken soup or a mug of ginger tea. But what about ...

Here’s what causes colds to spread so easily, how long they are usually contagious and how they’re most commonly treated.

“HSV-1 is a common virus to which almost everyone is exposed early in life,” says David Hunter, M.D., an assistant professor ...

TREATING cold sores with anti-viral medicines could slash the risk of Alzheimer's disease by 17 per cent, research suggests. Previous studies have found that the herpes simplex virus - which ...

What Is a Cold Sore? A cold sore is a group of tiny, painful blisters caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). They’re also called fever blisters or herpes simplex labialis. Up to 90% of people ...

Cold Sore Product: Two 0.07 oz tubes of Abreva 10 Percent Docosanol Cold Sore Treatment Can Heal in 2.5 Days: Fever blister cream contains 10 percent docosanol to shorten the duration of cold sore ...

“Depending on how often you have cold sores outbreaks, the most effective treatment would be with an oral medication that can be prescribed by a physician, to be used either for flares (if you ...

Is it a harmless pimple or something more serious like a cold sore? Distinguishing between the two is crucial for effective treatment and prevention. Both conditions are common, but their causes ...

Cold sores are a nuisance but far from uncommon. With the right treatments and preventative measures, you can reduce the frequency and severity of outbreaks. As Phil Day says, "Remember ...