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I haven't kissed anyone and i don't really share drinks so how could i have gotten this cold sore?
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Contagious: Cold sores can be spread by touching cold sores (for instance if person with cold sore touches it with their hand - the virus can be spread further from there), kissing, sharing glasses, silverwear, toothbrushes or other personal items.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Herpes simplex: You may have been infected with this virus earlier in life and you are now seeing a recurrence. Once infected the virus never leaves your body.
Answered 9/28/2016
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