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Hi, i was spat on the face from someone who had a cold sore and i'm concerned that several hours later in the shower i washed my face with some facial products and that i could have moved the dried spit to my lips as well as having open cuts onfingrs?

Q: hi, i was spat on the face from someone who had a cold sore and i'm concerned that several hours later in the shower i washed my face with some facial products and that i could have moved the dried spit to my lips as well as having open cuts onfingrs?

: although you probably are ok, I would be aware of any small blisters/lesions developing within the next few weeks. Should that occur, visit your dermatologist for confirmation and possible tx.

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Dr. Stanley Katz answered

although you probably are ok, I would be aware of any small blisters/lesions developing within the next few weeks. Should that occur, visit your dermatologist for confirmation and possible tx.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 6/17/2021

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A member asked:

Hi, i was spat on the face from someone who had a cold sore and i'm concerned that several hours later in the shower i washed my face with some facial products and that i could have moved the dried spit to my lips as well as having open cuts onfingrs?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stanley Katz answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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