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Cold Sores
Cold sores are common infections caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV-1). Most people get infected during childhood, and more than half of Americans ages 14 to 49 have cold sores.
The bad news is: cold sores are not curable.
The good news is: outbreaks can be treated with medication.