If you have a cold sore do you have herpes?

Answer 1

"Yes, herpes simplex."

There are two types of the herpes simplex virus. Type 1 is commonly referred to as a cold sore. This type of herpes is common among the world's population ( 85% of the world's population are infected). I wouldn't say that it's nothing to worry about, but it's more common than the second type of herpes simplex; genital herpes

To learn more about symptoms of Herpes Simplex (type 1 and 2), visit the related link.

Answer 2

Cold sores on your mouth doesn't mean you have the STD herpes. It means you have a less aggressive form Herpes labials, which only affects the mouth region. It is actually a very common virus to most people and annually a symptomatic person will have 2-3 break outs.

Answer 3

Cold sores are caused by the herpes virus.

Answer 4

yes. There are numerous herpes virus types and a doctor would need to determine the exact one a person would be infected with.

Answer 5

Yes, its a sign of herpes. Not saying they are herpes but its a sign...

Answer 6

No you don't have to have a cold sore to have herpes; you could be asymptomatic.

Answer 7

Yes, it does mean you have herpes simplex 1 or HSV-1. It shows up when you have a cold because your immune system is compromised.

Answer 8

A cold sore is a herpes infection; it could be caused from several strains of the herpes virus. It does not necessarily mean you have genital herpes.