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Wet lips touch neck herpes risk since one that did it has herpes. saliva wet lips?

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Dr. Stevan Cordas answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Herpes: Yes. There is a risk. Herpes simplex is a common viral disorder and transmitted by direct contact.

Answered 9/29/2016

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