The topic Herpetic Sores you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the medical condition Cold Sores.

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• Cold Sores are fairly common infections caused by the herpes simplex virus (type 1). It typically leads to the formation of painful blisters on the outer lip. The infection is also referred to as Fever Blisters
• Generally young individuals are affected by this highly contagious condition. The risk factors for Cold Sores may include direct contact or sharing materials with infected individuals, oral sex, and individuals who are immune suppressed
• The blisters grow and ulcerate in about 3 weeks after exposure to the virus. The signs and symptoms are worst during the first episode of infection. Subsequent ulcer formation (recurrent Cold Sores) may have less severe presentations. Individuals can be contagious even before the appearance of the ulcers
• The infection may be accompanied by fever, body pain, and swollen lymph nodes. Sometimes, other parts of the body (such as the eye or brain) may be severely affected
• There is no cure for Cold Sores. But, the infection usually disappears within 4 weeks without leaving behind a scar. Antiviral medications and symptomatic treatment are generally adopted to manage the signs and symptoms of the infection
• In most cases, Cold Sores are self-limiting and are not serious conditions. The prognosis is generally good and most individuals make a full recovery. However, in some cases, individuals with poor immune system may be severely affected

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