One in five of us suffer with cold sores, or 'coleslaws' as spluttering children call them. They are created by herpes simplex, a virus that sits quietly in nerves around the mouth, only gracing ...
So, what exactly are cold sores? According to Dr Kakai Kulabusia, a medical immunology specialist, these are small blister-like spots that appear in or around the outside of the mouth and are ...
Cold sores, caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV-1), can be painful and contagious. Preventing outbreaks involves understanding triggers, strengthening immunity, and taking proactive steps for ...
Having a cold sore can be painful and irritating, but there are proactive ways to help prevent and treat them. Before you know it, your lips are stinging, swelling and blistering. And while you ...