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Someone with a cold sore accidentally spit in my eye while talking. could i get herpes?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Little or no risk: This is theoretically possible but extremely unlikely. In any case, at this point there is nothing that can be done to prevent it. If no symtoms (sore, red, may itchy eye) within 5 days, you're home free. In the meantime, I really wouldn't worry about it.

Dr Cremers agreed

Answered 8/9/2018

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A member asked:

Someone with a cold sore accidentally spit in my eye while talking. could i get herpes?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Dr Cremers agreed

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