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Can you get herpes from accidentally drinking off of someone elses can who is infected? no visible sores were seen on their lips? the can sat for about 1-2 hours before i accidentally took a sip from the canned drink?

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Herpes transmission in the above described circumstances is very unlikely.

Answered 1/25/2022

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While it’s technically possible for you to catch herpes by sharing a drink, the fact is that it’s highly unlikely for the virus to spread this way. And after 1-2 hours, it's darn near impossible. I wouldn't be concerned.

Answered 1/27/2022

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