Learn about how the herpes simplex virus can and can't be transmitted, symptoms to watch for, treatment and condition management, and long-term effects.
The herpes simplex virus, also known as HSV, is a viral infection that causes genital and oral herpes. Get the details on key signs, diagnosis, and treatment.
About two-thirds of people under 50 may have the virus that causes cold sores…
As many as 1 in 2 American adults have oral herpes, while an estimated 1 in 8…
Without treatment, fever blisters can last up to four weeks. But, you don’t need…
Yes, you can contract oral herpes (HSV-1), aka cold sores, from kissing, but developing genital herpes (HSV-2) this way is…
It's very rare ?— but possible — to contract herpes by sharing a drink, glass, or straw. Here's what you need to know about…
HSV-2 is rarely transmitted through oral sex, but that doesn't mean it's impossible. Here's what you need to know about…
Oral and genital herpes cannot live on porous surfaces, such as a towel. For this reason, you can’t get either type from…
Bathrooms harbor a lot of germs, but it’s unlikely that you’ll catch herpes from a toilet seat. We explain the spread of…
Canker sores and cold sores can be painful, but they are not the same thing. Canker sores…
Cold sores and angular cheilitis can look somewhat similar, but they’re two different…
Cold sores on your chin can be irritating and potentially embarrassing, They can appear…
Do you know how to tell the difference between a cold sore and a pimple? Both may look the…
Although cold sores usually appear on your mouth, they can also appear in or around your…
There are five different stages of a cold sore. The first stage starts about 24 hours…
You can spread the virus that causes cold sores even when you don’t have symptoms, but…
Recurrent herpes simplex labialis is a condition of the mouth caused by the herpes simplex…
Cold sores are painful, open blisters that develop in or around your mouth, usually on…
Learn about eight things you can do in the early stages of a cold sore to help manage…
While you can’t get rid of a cold sore overnight, you can try various treatments and home…
Cold sores are no fun. Learn about Valtrex, a prescription drug that could help you…
We explain some cold sore remedies with products you might already have at home and break…
Cold sores often show up when we are the busiest, so it's only natural to wonder how to…
Can you pop a cold sore like a pimple? While you technically can, it’s not a good idea…
Cold sores can be a pain. Discover which essential oils can help treat them.
Cold sores are tiny, fluid-filled blisters that cluster in groups on or around your lips…
Apple cider vinegar hasn't been scientifically proven to treat cold sores, but it does…
Does putting toothpaste on a cold sore work? While there’s no clinical evidence, an…
There are two types of herpes: oral and genital. Find out what each type of herpes feels like. If you think you may have…
If you’ve been exposed to the herpes virus, it can take anywhere from 2 to 12 days for symptoms to appear and for the virus…
Herpes is a common STI easily detected with testing. These at-home herpes tests give you the information you need.
Anal herpes is caused by the sexually transmitted herpes simplex virus. Symptoms include…
Discharge can be a symptom for all people with herpes. How common it is and what that…
Genital herpes sores may look similar to pimples, but they require different treatment…
Odd bumps and blisters in your genital area may send up red warning flags — could this be…
The herpes simplex virus can cause blisters or sores to erupt on various parts of the body,
Do you have sores near your mouth or persistent itchiness in your groin area? Are you…
Herpes usually don't leave any scarring, but it's possible. We'll go over how to reduce…
Psoriasis and herpes can both cause genital pain, itching, and soreness. Find out how to…
We’ve rounded up 32 of the best herpes home remedies and natural treatments backed by a…
There is no cure for herpes simplex viral infection. However there are antiviral herpes…
Famciclovir is an oral drug used to treat or prevent outbreaks caused by herpes viruses…
Acyclovir comes in several prescription forms, including an oral tablet. The acyclovir…
Valacyclovir oral tablet is a prescription medication used to treat or prevent infections…
Valacyclovir is a prescription drug used to treat certain herpes simplex virus infections…
Living with lupus can increase your chance of getting opportunistic infections. Herpes simplex, varicella zoster…
Herpes simplex virus colitis is rare in the medical world, only showing up a handful of times in people treated for IBD…
Herpes is generally mild. You won't die from it. However, there are some complications to keep in mind.
Learn the symptoms and treatment for eye herpes, or ocular herpes, caused by the herpes…
Eczema herpeticum (EH) is a rare, painful skin rash usually caused by the herpes simplex…
Herpes on the tongue is caused by the herpes virus. It can spread through contact with a…
Herpes esophagitis is caused by the herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1). The infection can…
Herpetic whitlow is a viral condition caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV) where small…
Mollaret's meningitis is a rare form of meningitis often caused by the HSV-2 virus. Learn…
Also known as varicella, chickenpox is a virus that often affects children. It is…
Shingles, sometimes called herpes zoster, is an infection caused by the varicella-zoster…
CMV is a type of herpes virus. CMV is very common and may have few or mild symptoms or, in…
Learn about the Epstein-Barr virus and the link between infection and certain health…
Roseola is viral infection commonly seen in children. It manifests as a high fever and…
Kaposi sarcoma is a cancerous tumor associated with a virus that typically appears on the…