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A member asked:
Can my 6 week baby catch a cold sore virus from someone 2 feet away calling out to her? worried shell catch this life threatening virus :(
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Cold sores: No she need close contact with the lesion to catch it. So relax, don't let anyone kiss her on the lips. Enjoy your baby & good luck
Answered 8/28/2015
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No: The viruses that cause cold sores have to be transmitted from direct contact, and usually require some kind of break in the skin to penetrate and infect as well.
Answered 8/31/2015
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