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Did i get a cold sore from kissing someone or from my mouthguard?
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Possibly: From kissing someone if they had a cold sore.If you have cold sore blisters it is best not to share eating utensils, chap sticks or lips sticks or kiss in order to prevent spreading the infection to someone else.
Answered 6/17/2013
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