One scientist has spent 30 years studying a virus so ubiquitous that it’s estimated to affect 80% of the global population.

We spoke to a doctor about the benefits of red light therapy, from hair growth to reducing anxiety and even healing cold sores and easing sinus pressure. Managing Editor, Commerce Managing Editor ...

Scientists have a new target to prevent cold sores -- and genital herpes flare-ups caused by the same virus -- after researchers discovered an unexpected way the herpes virus re-activates in the body.

This discovery could pave the way for targeted treatments to prevent outbreaks of both cold sores and genital herpes. Scientists have identified a new potential target for preventing cold sores after ...

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. The finding ...

Should you keep a cold sore moist or dry? It is best to keep a cold sore moist to prevent cracking and bleeding. Using a lip balm or ointment can help keep the area moisturized. However ...

On Christmas Eve, my boyfriend mentioned I had a small pimple on my lip. That immediately drew my attention to a familiar feeling — a tingling sensation at the corner of my mouth. I’ve had cold sores ...

Medically reviewed by Casey Gallagher, MD Many people experience acne on the face, including the lips. Certain foods and ...

Cold sores and pimples on the lips can look and feel similar, but they're different. Derms break down the differences and ...