4 Tips For Preventing The Spread Of Cold Sores

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The virus that causes cold sores is herpes simplex 1, or HSV-1, which makes cold sores VERY contagious.1 While many people think cold sores are most contagious when the blisters rupture, virus replication peaks early in the episode, within hours of the time symptoms...

Which Cold Sore Treatments Work Fastest?

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People suffering from cold sores want to treat their outbreaks as quickly as possible. Everyone responds differently to prescribed medication, over-the-counter medication or home remedies. That is why it is important to figure out which treatment works best for you so...

Why Are Cold Sores More Common in Winter?

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The winter is supposed to be the most joyous time of the year. That’s why it’s so frustrating that it’s the primary season for cold sores. There’s nothing more frustrating than showing up to a family gathering with a cold sore. So, why are cold sores more common in...

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

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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...