1. fever blisters
   lip scabs
2. cracked lips

"Fever blisters" is another common term for cold sores.

1. common cold
   HIV
2. herpes

The herpes virus is the culprit behind cold sores.

1. herpes simplex virus type 1
   herpes simplex virus type 2
2. both

Herpes simplex virus type 1 is the form of herpes that most commonly causes cold sores, but herpes simplex virus type 2 can also lead to them.

1. a cold
   soft drinks
2. dental treatment

If you have the herpes virus, a number of things -- including viral infections, dental treatments and even hormone fluctuations -- can cause a cold sore to surface. Specific beverages, however, aren't known to spur the development of cold sores.

1. a week
   a month
2. a lifetime

The herpes virus is with you for life, but it can remain dormant for long periods of time.

1. 3 days
   10 days
2. 14 days

Most cold sores go away on their own in a week to 10 days.

1. antibiotic
   antiviral
2. antifungal

Because cold sores are caused by a virus, antibiotics and antifungals are ineffective treatments.

1. anti-inflammatory
   anti-infective
2. anesthetic

Anesthetic ingredients like lidocaine, tetracaine, dibucaine, benzyl alcohol and benzocaine help dull pain.

1. cause it to spread
   make it last longer
2. have no effect

Releasing any liquid from inside the sore can cause it to spread.

1. cold compress
   warm compress
2. both

While not backed by scientific research, many people find that cold or warm compresses help banish cold sores.