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I kissed someone without knowing they had cold sore, what is the probability of me getting herpes? what should i do moving forward?

Q: i kissed someone without knowing they had cold sore, what is the probability of me getting herpes? what should i do moving forward?

: If you have open sores or cracks on lips you are at risk of contacting HSV-1. The virus spreads on contact, place some Abreva cream on lips and watch. If a breakout occurs see your PCP.

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If you have open sores or cracks on lips you are at risk of contacting HSV-1. The virus spreads on contact, place some Abreva cream on lips and watch. If a breakout occurs see your PCP.

Answered 3/27/2023

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A member asked:

I kissed someone without knowing they had cold sore, what is the probability of me getting herpes? what should i do moving forward?

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