Cold sores or fever blisters are caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV-1). As per studies carried out by the World Health Organization (WHO), it affects almost 65% adults over the age of 50.
Cold sores, which are often mistaken for canker sores, appear on the upper part of the body or in the areas surrounding the lips and mouth. However, it can appear in any part of the body.
There is no foolproof cure for cold sores, but there are various cold sore treatments to help reduce the intensity, length, and frequency of a breakout. The top five home remedies that you can use for cold sore treatments are: