How to Treat Cold Sores Under Nose From Blowing Nose
Cold sores below the nose are caused by the HSV-1 virus. About 70% of the population carry the virus, but only about a third ever become infected. Fever blisters most…
Can You Get Cold Sores on Fingers (Herpetic whitlow)?
Herpetic whitlow is a painful abscess that appears at the top of the finger, close to the fingernails. They are often called ‘finger cold sores’ or ‘digital herpes simplex’ because…
How Do Doctors Treat Cold Sores Near the Eyes [Ocular Herpes]?
Eye cold sores are caused by the herpes virus. This is different from the virus that is transmitted through sexual activity. When the HSV-1 virus enters the body, it stays…
What Can You Do About a Cold Sore on the Face?
A cold sore on the face can be embarrassing. At their worst, they can blister and burst. Even worse than that, they can be extremely painful. For most people, however,…