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In addition to medication, you can use topical treatments — in gel, patch or cream form, as a healing solution for cold sores. Shop the best ones, as recommended by dermatologists.

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Cold sores, sometimes called fever blisters, can show up on your baby’s lips and are caused by the Herpes simplex 1 virus. If you have an active sore, you should keep it covered and don’t kiss ...

Impetigo can be similar in appearance to other conditions, such as eczema, ringworm, or cold sores. A doctor will prescribe appropriate treatment for your specific condition.

Impetigo is contagious but not serious. According to the NHS, it starts with red sores or blisters, but the redness may be harder to see on brown and black skin.

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12. Impetigo Impetigo is a bacterial skin infection. It is caused by bacteria entering the skin through a hair follicle or a small cut. The condition causes sores, crusts, and blister-like bumps.

It continues: "Anyone can get it, but it's more common in young children. With treatment, impetigo often gets better in a few days." Initially it can start with sores and blisters, which then burst or ...

Q: I get cold sores several times a year. Is there a way to keep them from coming back? It usually starts with a tingling at the edge of your lip. Painful, fluid-filled bumps emerge.

Cold sores are triggered by factors like stress, illness, or sun exposure. Managing stress, using sunscreen on your lips, and avoiding direct contact with active sores can help minimize outbreaks.