There is no cure for herpes. Once you have the virus in your body, it remains there for the rest of your life, most of the time dormant (inactive). Unfortunately, various things can cause the virus to reactivate, resulting in a herpes outbreak (flareup of symptoms). The herpes virus lives in the nerve cells of… Continue reading about Herpes Outbreak Prevention Diet: What to Eat to Avoid Flareups
Developing a cold sore can be a painful and embarrassing problem. Although incredibly common, having a cold sore will cause discomfort in your daily life, while also affecting mood and productivity. When the sore breaks through, you may also avoid social situations due to the stigma associated with this kind of skin blemish. Cold sores… Continue reading about Dealing with the Painful Problem of Cold Sores
Nothing can ruin a holiday celebration quite like a cold sore. Cold sores are painful blisters that appear on the lips, making it difficult to smile, talk, brush your teeth, eat, and more. Cold sores, also called fever blisters, are caused by a virus known as the herpes simplex virus (HSV). Approximately 90% of all… Continue reading about Cold Sores
With the cooling temperatures approaching in November, sickness can approach as well. Do you find it ironic that the two descriptive words for when you’re sick have to do with temperature? “Cold” and “Fever” are two commonly used terms once sickness starts rolling in. Those two words can also describe a common sore that may… Continue reading about Did Your Cold Cause Your Cold Sore?
There are two types of herpes. One is commonly known as oral herpes (cold sores) and one is commonly known as genital herpes. If you have either of these types of herpes, it is highly contagious. Furthermore, if you have herpes, it will stay in your body forever. It can be dormant in your body,… Continue reading about The Sun Is Out And May Cause Your Oral Herpes To Come Out As Well
Herpes simplex is often referred to as “cold sores” or “fever blisters,” and it is a common viral infection. Herpes simplex viruses are very contagious, even before sores appear, and they can easily pass from person to person via physical contact or simply sharing a straw. While some people suffer from herpes simplex symptoms after… Continue reading about Herpes Simplex
If you have ever had a cold sore or fever blister, you have picked up the oral herpes simplex virus. Herpes simplex is a common viral infection that is highly contagious from person to person. While herpes can appear in various places on the body, they are most commonly found around the mouth. Small, painful… Continue reading about Oral Herpes
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