Cold Sores

Also called:
herpes labialis

Infection w herpes simplex virus an aron around border of± lips.

Spreads easily, Treatment can help, but condition cannot be cured. Usually self-diagnosable, Lab tests + imaging rarely requierd, Chronic: can last for years or be life-long.

herpes simplex virus [HSV] genitals (genitals herpes)
Also called: fever blisters.
Most common sores caused by the herpes-simplex type 1, or HSV-1. 90% of all people get at least one cold sore in their life. Cold Sore blisters usually break open, weep clear fluid, then crust then cru over a dissapear after a few days.

Other symptoms may include... Cold Sores can be PAIN-FUL.