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I was on day 2 of cold sore (not open or oozing) washed hands after applying med - a little while later (hour or so) helping 3 yr old grandson go to bathroom barely touched penis with my finger should i be concerned that virus could transfer?

Q: i was on day 2 of cold sore (not open or oozing) washed hands after applying med - a little while later (hour or so) helping 3 yr old grandson go to bathroom barely touched penis with my finger should i be concerned that virus could transfer?

: If you washed your hands thoroughly with soap and water, the risk of transmission is negligible, so I would not worry.

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Dr. Susumu Inoue answered

Specializes in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology

If you washed your hands thoroughly with soap and water, the risk of transmission is negligible, so I would not worry.

Answered 4/21/2021

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A member asked:

I was on day 2 of cold sore (not open or oozing) washed hands after applying med - a little while later (hour or so) helping 3 yr old grandson go to bathroom barely touched penis with my finger should i be concerned that virus could transfer?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Susumu Inoue answered

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