A member asked:

I have a cold sore the scab fell off but the area is red is it ok to kiss my partner ?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Probably safe: If the red area doesn't have an open sore, it is safe to assume the virus is gone and the chance of transmission is low.

Answered 2/2/2017

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