There is no cure for herpes so the focus is on relieving the symptoms and decreasing the length of an outbreak, and there are many effective herpes home remedies that can help you do 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.

Various research studies have been done on herpes. More herpes research is currently underway.