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No; these common lesions on your lips or face that are called "cold sores" are caused by one of the herpes viruses called herpes simplex virus (HSV). There are also other types of herpes viruses that cause other symptoms in other locations of the body.
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Is a cold sore a form of hepatitis?
The herpes virus causes cold sores to appear.
Can a Cold sore leading to herpes simplex two?
A cold sore can't lead to herpes simplex two; they are a different virus.
In Pretty Little Liars did Kate have herpes?
Well, Hanna accused her of having it because she had a cold sore, but she said that she didn't have herpes, that it was something else.....
Is a cold sore a form of herpes?
Yes it is
What is a cold sore in your eye called?
herpes ophthalmicus
Can you spread oral herpes if you don't have a cold sore?
Unfortunately, even if there are no visible sores there is still a small chance that you can get herpes. The odds are low but you should get checked out.
Is there a chance you might not have herpes even tho you have a cold sore?
Cold sores are caused by herpes virus. If you're not sure if what you see is a cold sore, you can see your health care provider to have it cultured.
Can you give someone herpes complex 2 from having a cold sore?
Cold sores may be caused by herpes simplex virus type 1 or type 2. A person with a cold sore may pass the virus to someone else who has contact with the sores, or with the area just before the sores break out.
How do people get cold cold sore?
Cold sores result from infection with the herpes virus.
How do you get cold sore with household products?
Cold sores are a herpes virus, and are triggered by excessive sun, caffeine, and hormonal stress on the body. Household products do not generally trigger a Herpes outbreak(cold sore)
What type of virus is a cold sore?
It's a type of herpes.
What is mouth herpes?
It is essentially a cold sore on the mouth area.
