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Is it possible for a cold sore to get infected?
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Yes: While a cold sore is caused by the herpes virus, like any wound, it can become secondarily infected by bacteria. You could try several days applying Bacitracin ointment (not neosporin as it can irritate the skin) several times a day. If it doesn't heal during that time, you should get it looked at.
Answered 4/24/2015
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