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Wondering if it's herpes if a 6 year old gets a cold sore? obviously he hasnt kissed anyone before is it herpes?
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Yes: A cold sore is another name for a herpes sore. Most children i see with their first episode of herpes are about 2 years old. It is usually from being kissed by a parent or relative with the active infection.
Answered 1/26/2014
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