What if someone told you that the nasal decongestants, pain relievers, skin ointments and cough suppressants that you spend a fortune on at the drugstore every year could be replaced with one, small, ...

Select independently determines what we cover and recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more. Like acne, a cold sore outbreak can be a frustrating dilemma that ...

Popping a cold sore may be tempting, but it’s generally not a good idea. It can increase the risk of infection and scarring. To speed up healing, rather use an over-the-counter cold sore cream to keep ...

Experts explain what they do, and don’t, recommend. Ask Well Experts explain what they do, and don’t, recommend. Credit...Joyce Lee for The New York Times Supported by By Erica Sweeney Q: I get cold ...

While cold sores are not dangerous, they can be irritating — especially if you suffer from frequent outbreaks. Although they most commonly appear around the lips and mouth, cold sores can spread to ...

First, you’re not alone. Up to 80% of American adults have the herpes simplex virus (HSV-1), which can cause cold sores (also known as fever blisters), according to Johns Hopkins. The viral infection ...

Most adults have had a cold sore at some point—cold sores are very common. But what can you do as a parent if your child develops cold sores? Pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner explains how core sores are ...

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