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Chance of catching herpes or any virus if someone accidentally scratches back of your hand by his fingernail while playing sports? (small scratch) what if i suspect that person touched his mouth some time before that? what to do with health anxiety?
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No risk for herpes from such contact. There are no easy or quick answers to effectively deal with serious anxiety, whether health related or other. If health anxiety is seriously affecting your life and impairing life happiness, professional counseling likely will be necessary. Good luck.
Answered 9/11/2022
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