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Someone with a coldsore on their lip kissed me on the cheek. what are my odds of contracting herpes from this kiss? lips didnt touch mucous membranes, and i washed the area with soap and water about 2 hours after exposure?
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I think the odds of contracting Herpes are very little, if any. I would not be too concerned.
Answered 2/20/2023
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