CME

Continuing Medical Education

Therapeutic Options for Herpes Labialis, II: Topical Agents

Elish D, Singh F, Weinberg JM

Cutis. 2004;74:35-40.

Herpes labialis is a common condition characterized by recurrent vesicular eruptions, primarily on the lips and perioral skin, causing pain and discomfort for millions of healthy adults each year. Over the last several years, the major focus of herpes research has been on the treatment of genital herpes. Recently, however, several studies have been conducted to evaluate the efficacy of therapies specifically for herpes labialis. In the second part of this series, we review topical therapeutic agents that are available in the treatment of herpes labialis and its associated symptoms.

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