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Can kisses during a cold sore lead to a skin infection?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Yes: Cold sores are caused by viruses. Kissing is a direct transmission of the infection.
Answered 10/2/2012
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Agree with Dr. Lazo: However, you can transmit the virus even when there is no cold sore present.
Answered 10/26/2012
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