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and lemon balm is one such oil thought to ease cold sores as the leaves contain a plant chemical called terpenes, which may have antiviral properties. "My favourite is lemon balm (melissa ...

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The key to clearing a cold sore is building the immune system back up, according to Dr. Heather Hinshelwood, chief medical ...

That immediately drew my attention to a familiar feeling — a tingling sensation at the corner of my mouth. I’ve had cold sores for as long as I can remember and know about a prescription drug that ...

You are not alone. Here, a dermatologist gives us the facts on what causes cold sores, how we should treat them and the biggest misconception about them. My friend recently returned from a date ...

The first vaccine to protect against the herpes virus that causes cold sores could soon be on the market. Doctors who have spent 15 years developing the new vaccine, and who will use it on around ...

Like acne, a cold sore outbreak can be a frustrating dilemma that makes everyday activities (like eating, drinking and talking) cumbersome. Thankfully, the best products can help eliminate some ...

Cold sores, on the other hand ... If the symptoms do not improve in 5 to 15 minutes, or they come back, use a second pen if the person has one. If a tingling tongue is a known side effect of ...

Scientists have a new target to prevent cold sores after University of Virginia School of Medicine researchers discovered an unexpected way the herpes virus re-activates in the body.