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If i was having a conversation with someone with a cold sore and they touched their mouth then shook my hand which had a hangnail could i contract it?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

I suppose but : That seems highly unlikely.

Dr Higginbotham agreed

Answered 10/4/2016

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Herpes: No. This is not likely. But it is likely you were exposed to this type of heroes when you were young. 75% of americans have oral herpes. Most get this as children from other family members. The only way to know is with a blood test.

Answered 11/30/2013

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A member asked:

If i was having a conversation with someone with a cold sore and they touched their mouth then shook my hand which had a hangnail could i contract it?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

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