When herpes is treated properly, the risk of infecting others is greatly reduced. This article explores the treatment options ...

Over-the-counter gels provide temporary pain relief for both minor and moderate cankers. They feature an anesthetic called benzocaine that numbs the affected area. They also shield the canker from ...

Parents of a toddler were shocked to find out that an infection in his eye was actually caused by the herpes simplex virus ...

Herpes simplex virus-1 (HSV-1) is commonly known for causing blisters and sores. But in some cases, the virus can migrate to ...

When a 60-year-old woman with severe abdominal pain shows positive Carnett’s and pinch signs, physicians suspect ACNES — but ...

I drove to the closest open pharmacy which was 45 minutes away as I know what can be unleashed on my face if I don’t take valacyclovir, the antiviral medication used to treat herpes, within the first ...

University of Illinois Chicago researchers have discovered that herpes infection through the nose can lead to severe ...

Learn about how the herpes simplex virus can and can't be transmitted, symptoms to watch for, treatment and condition management, and long-term effects.

Several trends and developments are influencing the management and treatment of HSV infections. One major trend is the ...

Theralase® validates previous University of Manitoba research by demonstrating that Ruvidar TM is safe and effective in the treatment of the Herpes Simplex Virus in an animal model.

A study from University of Illinois Chicago researchers finds that herpes infection through the nose can lead to anxiety, ...