You know those cold sores that appear out of no where – just when you least expect them or want them?  These are usually a result of the herpes virus.  Don’t be too alarmed though.  Even though herpes is a sexually transmitted virus there are two strains of the herpes virus and the one that [...]

How long do cold sores last? The answer will depend on how soon you start treating them and how severe they are to begin with.

If you get cold sores, remedies are available over the counter to help relieve the pain and help heal them. There are several remedies on the market and you should try them to see which ones work best for you.

How To Tell if Your Herpes Outbreak Is Over

In addition to natural treatments to prevent a herpes outbreak, there are several over the counter (OTC) herpes relief products that can help with pain, discomfort and help to speed healing.

Currently, there are approximately 40 study sites in the United States and Canada that are working toward a means of prevention by developing and making a herpes vaccine available to extinguish this virus.