A team of scientists at the University of Georgia has developed a promising new drug that may one day make treating shingles ...

Medically reviewed by Lauren Schlanger, MD Key Takeaways A herpes rash usually appears as painful, fluid-filled blisters on the mouth or genitals.It can be mistaken for other conditions like shingles, ...

Dr. Erica S. Shenoy: A 20-year-old man was evaluated in the emergency department of this hospital because of a diffuse pustular rash that had progressed over a period of several days. Three days ...

Herpes simplex labialis (HSL) is a common disease caused most often by herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1). Primary infection is usually acquired during childhood or adolescence through direct mucosal ...

Viral skin rashes (also known as viral exanthems) can cause itching, irritation, and pain — and possibly symptoms like fever or fatigue. Unlike allergic rashes, which happen when your immune system ...

Dear Dr. Eva, An elderly relative was recently told she has a form of herpes. It appeared as a painful rash with patches of small blisters on one side of her chest. She has not been sexually active ...

Dr. Sarah E. Kler (Medicine): A 56-year-old woman was evaluated in the emergency department of this hospital because of sore throat and rash. The patient had been in her usual state of health until 2 ...