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If i took valtrex (valacyclovir) to avoid a primary outbreak of cold sores (never had one before) and never got a sore can i have passed it on by kissing a cheek?

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Dr. Kathy Robinson answered

Not likely: If you have never had a cold sore, then it is unlikely that you could pass this on. Even with a cold sore in your history just kissing a cheek is unlikely to pass it on.

Dr Kuitems and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 5/14/2016

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A member asked:

If i took valtrex (valacyclovir) to avoid a primary outbreak of cold sores (never had one before) and never got a sore can i have passed it on by kissing a cheek?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Kathy Robinson answered

Dr Kuitems and 3 doctors agreed

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