Cold Sores vs. Canker Sores – What’s the Difference?

Cold sores and canker sores are both conditions of the mouth that affect millions of Americans.1 Though the two conditions are often mistaken for one another, they are two entirely different ailments. Cold Sores Cold sores, also called fever blisters, are small...

Why are my cold sores coming back, and how can I make them stop?

Cold sores can be a nuisance if appropriate care is not taken when treating them. Unfortunately, once you get your first cold sore the virus stays in your body for life.1 Like other ailments, the virus needs to be treated with a proper regimen in order to minimize the...