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A member asked:
My husband has herpes on a lip that is almost gone but he still kisses my son ona cheek or neck is it safe?
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Cold sore: Cold sore is infective during first 2-3 days. Risk of spreading it is low when the lesions dry out and become crusty. I however recommend avoiding kissing or close contact until it completely resolves.
Answered 6/5/2017
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