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Lysine for Cold Sores: Does It Actually Work?

by Cherilyn Davis, MD • Jul 1, 2026
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What Are Cold Sores, and How Can You Get Rid of Them? Causes, Treatments, and Pictures

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Are Cold Sores Contagious? Yes, Here’s What You Should Know (With Pictures)

by Christine Giordano, MD • Dec 10, 2025
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Red Light Therapy for Cold Sores: Does It Actually Work?

by Cherilyn Davis, MD • Dec 4, 2025
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Cold Sore Medicines: A Guide to Over-the-Counter (OTC) and Prescription Treatments

by Alexa Mader, PharmD • Aug 19, 2025
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What Does a Cold Sore Look Like? (With Pictures)

by Maria Robinson, MD, MBA • May 1, 2025
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Lysine vs. Abreva: 5 Things to Know About These 2 Cold Sore Creams

by Daphne Berryhill, RPh • Dec 12, 2024
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8 Things to Know About Famciclovir (Famvir) vs. Valacyclovir (Valtrex) for Treating Cold Sores

by Austin Ulrich, PharmD, BCACP • Nov 30, 2023
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What Does a Cold Sore Feel Like? 3 Women Share Their Experiences

by Sara Watson • Jan 6, 2023