There are eight herpes viruses which cause 7 different illnesses. Cold sores result from two of them: Herpes Simplex 1 (HSV1 or oral herpes) and Herpes Simplex 2 (HSV2 or genital herpes).

Cold sores always seem to pop up at the worst moments: the night before a big meeting or the day you meet your new in-laws. This is not a random event; cold sores are much more likely to occur when we’re under stress or when we’re ill.

Cold sores are always serious. They are symptoms of the highly contagious herpes simplex virus 1 and can be contracted very easily. It’s important to know the distinction between cold sores and other common types of mouth sores.

Cold sores seem like minor inconveniences at best. Most people don’t know just how highly contagious they are, and that they can cause serious problems. Cold sores are symptoms of the all too common herpes simplex virus 1, or oral herpes.

Stress is definitely a factor for herpes outbreaks. Many people experience the most recurring outbreaks during stressful times and instances when they are ill.

Not everyone carries the herpes simplex type one virus. Many people are carrying it without knowledge of the fact, because there are no visible or obvious symptoms. This is the main cause of the herpes virus spreading.

Saliva is one of the highest causes of herpes spreading, so you can definitely catch the herpes virus from kissing someone who has it. This is especially so if the person has the blisters around their mouth or on their lips.

The herpes simplex virus, also known as HSV, can cause different infections and symptoms. It can affect areas such as the mouth, genitals, face, buttocks, skin and the anal area.

A herpes infection on or in the mouth is called oral herpes. An infection in the genital area is called genital herpes. Both can be sexually transmitted.

Your life is disrupted for about a week or so every time you get these fever blisters or cold sores and you want help! Let’s discuss what these irritating impostors are and how you can get relief!