Signs and Symptoms of Cold Sores
Symptoms of cold sores show up in gradual stages. They typically start with discomfort, inflammation, itching, or redness around the mouth, on lips, or on the skin before the emergence of blisters. Over time, you may experience more signs, including fluid-filled blisters, leaking blisters that become wet sores, and scabbing sores. It is still not fully known why some people with cold sores may have outbreaks more frequently than others. Nevertheless, certain treatment options are available to help reduce the severity and frequency of future outbreaks, thus reducing the risk of spreading the virus. [4]
