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A member asked:
My boyfriend had norovirus 10 days ago and and has been symptom free for 8. would the virus still be contagious in his saliva or should it be safe to kiss him?
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This is likely cleared from his saliva. Most of these gut viruses are only active for a few days in the saliva, but remain in their stool for up to 6 weeks.
Answered 3/26/2021
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