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If me and my lover both have hsv-1, and i have a cold sore (she doesn't), will the skin-to-skin contact with the sore gaurentee that she will get one?

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Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

Stop worrying: You've both met the virus and won't infect each other. Her contacting your sore won't cause hers to flare. Further, a physician can keep these at bay with medication. And fear of fever blisters is no reason not to kiss. Cherish your being together.

Answered 8/24/2015

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A member asked:

If me and my lover both have hsv-1, and i have a cold sore (she doesn't), will the skin-to-skin contact with the sore gaurentee that she will get one?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

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