A: A cold sore, also referred to as a fever blister or medical term herpes labialis, is a common sore most commonly noted around the mouth or lips due to the herpes simplex virus. Q: What causes a ...

Gingivostomatitis and orolabial HSV-1 infections. Gin gi vostomatitis, or herpes labialis, is the clinical consequence of HSV-1 infections that is most commonly seen in children and young adults ...

University of Pittsburgh researchers uncovered a surprising link between Alzheimer's disease and herpes simplex virus-1 (HSV-1), suggesting that viral infections may play a role in the disease.

Summary: Researchers discovered a connection between Alzheimer’s disease and herpes simplex virus-1 (HSV-1), suggesting viral infections may contribute to neurodegeneration. The study found that tau ...

The herpes simplex virus (HSV) impacts millions globally, yet it remains surrounded by stigma and misinformation. Advances in research have expanded our understanding of the virus, leading to ...

Nearly 20% under-50s globally are affected by genital herpes, with 42 million new cases in 2020. Despite its widespread health and psychosocial impact, HSV prevention efforts remain limited, ...