A member asked:

What is the probability of spreading a cold sore to the eye?

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Herpes simplex: If you have a cold sore that means that the herpetic virus is in your body. If the cold sore is active and weepy and you touch it and then touch the eye, this can spread the infection.

Answered 11/28/2017

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