Medical EditorDr. Nicholas Bush MBBS BSc (Hons)
2 min read
Last Updated: 8 August 2024
Are Cold Sores Always Herpes
Medical EditorDr. Nicholas Bush MBBS BSc (Hons)
2 min read
Last Updated: 8 August 2024
Are Cold Sores Always Herpes
Cold sores are always herpes, specifically caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV-1 or HSV-2). These painful, fluid-filled blisters typically appear on or around the lips. Once infected, the virus remains in the body for life, potentially reactivating under stress, illness, or sun exposure. Cold sores are always herpes-related conditions.
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