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Could you get herpes by sharing glassware or drinks even if no sores are present?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Anything is possible but the chances are overwhelmingly - no

Dr Adeyanju and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/28/2021

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It is possible if the virus survives but highly unlikely. Good Luck

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