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Can i babysit my sister's newborn if i have genital herpes and adhere to strict hand hygiene and not kiss the baby?
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Yes: This is a sexually transmitted disease and you are unlikely to share it by other routes. Careful hand washing may help and not kissing is a smart plan. All the best.
Answered 2/25/2017
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