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Can you get sick from getting spit the face?
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Droplet transmission: There can be transmission of communicable disease processes when dealing with saliva. Particularly if the saliva came in contact with any mucous membranes, such as eyes, nasal passageways or mouth.
Answered 9/13/2013
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