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A member asked:

Can i give oral to my partner now that my cold sore is healing or is it best to let it heal completely?

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Healing cold sore: You can infect your partner so avoid contact with anyone until the cold sore has healed completely.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 4/24/2016

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