Resource Guide for Cold Sores (Herpes Simplex Type 1)

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American Academy of Dermatology

Address:
P.O. Box 4014
Schaumburg, IL 60618-4014

Phone:
1-866-503-SKIN (7546)

Internet Address:
http://www.aad.org/

Description of Services Provided:
This site provides education, support groups, and a physician locator. The information is comprehensive and contains color photos of cold sores at different stages of infection.

Australian Herpes Management Forum

Address:
c/o-STIRC, Marian Villa
Westmead Hospital, Westmead
NSW 2145
AUSTRALIA

Phone:
+61 (2) 8230 3843

Internet Address:
http://www.ahmf.com.au/default.htm/

Description of Services Provided:
This organization provides succinct, easy-to-understand information on oral and other forms of herpes. Its website contains large color photos of people with typical cold sores at different stages of the infection.

COLD SORES.CA

Internet Address:
http://www.coldsores.ca/

Description of Services Provided:
This Canadian website, written by dermatologists, provides over 10 articles about cold sores. You'll also find a dermatology glossary and images.


Last reviewed July 2010 by :: David L. Horn, MD, FACP

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