A member asked:

I have a cold sore on my lip and my 7yr old accidentally drank out of my drink (straw), what are the chances he will now get the hsv? :(

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Dr. Albert Melaragno answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Unlikely: to be a source for infection particularly if the sore is a few days old. While the virus is contagious it usually takes more contact than touching the straw to pass the virus

Answered 3/5/2015

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