A cold sore or fever blister is not only unsightly, it is also downright painful — not to mention contagious at every stage between eruption and gone. A cold sore or a fever blister is caused by the herpes simplex virus, which is very easily transmitted between people. The virus can be transferred by skin-to-skin contact, and even simply brushing a cold sore can transmit the virus. The virus can also be transferred through inanimate objects like drinking glasses or eating utensils. Read more »

Posted: May 26th, 2008 under skincare.
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