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

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Let's face it: People love ice cream. They love the variety of flavors and the toppings as well the texture and taste. But few adults get to enjoy endless amounts of ice cream without worrying about ...

This piece is part of “The Cure for Everything:” A series of stories that looks at the breakthroughs, setbacks, and overall status of vaccines and cures for hard-to-treat diseases and viruses, from ...