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I had a cold sore and the area is still red and sore has a tiny dot but scab fell off i licked my finger and touched my vagina am i at risk of genital herpes im having an anxiety attack?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

People with herpes more than a few months cannot transmit the infection to new body areas; the immune system prevents it. People with oral herpes never are at risk for infecting their own genital area. Don't worry about it.

Answered 12/31/2022

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Cold sore or herpes labialis is caused by HSV1 . So unless you inserted your finger or rubbed hard - the chances are extremely low

Answered 1/2/2023

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