A member asked:

In my class, my partner has a cold sore and i think he touch it a few times and high five me, can i get a cold sore from a high five ?

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Dr. Robert Uyeda answered

Not likely: but anything is possible. if you observe hand washing, you can minimize the chances of spread.

Dr Ali and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/22/2015

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A member asked:

In my class, my partner has a cold sore and i think he touch it a few times and high five me, can i get a cold sore from a high five ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Uyeda answered

Dr Ali and 2 doctors agreed

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