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I have bacterial gastroenteritis. final stages of treatment. it's been a week. how long do i have to wait before i can kiss my girlfriend?
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Till GE is gone: Wait till the gastroenteritis is completely resolved and continue to wash your hands and take precautions such as not sharing food or food utensils.
Answered 4/26/2013
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