Cold sores are a skin infection which is caused by the Herpes Simplex Virus type 1. They come in the form of small, sore blisters that generally appear on the lips and inside the mouth, although they can be found in various other places, such as the nose, cheeks, neck and genital area. They can be painful and annoying, and last from 1 to 2 weeks.
Interesting facts:
Interesting facts:
- Cold sores are caused by the same virus which causes Genital Herpes
- 90% of adults have the virus, but only 33% get sores
- The number of scams which are said to cure cold sores is the highest for all diseases