What are my sister's chance of getting oral herpes simplex 1 from this?

by sugree

What are my sister's chance of getting oral herpes simplex 1 from this?

Well, it really depends on if her friend touched her mouth before your sister got touched.

She should just keep an eye out for a sore or any symptoms.theres a great chance your sister already has oral HSV-1, most people in the US get it in childhoodChances are good that your sister...and you...already have it...just like an estimated 98% of the population.

HSV 1 is one of the most common ones out there. It's extremely contagious. Most people are exposed in childhood. For the most part, it won't bother you. You might get a cold sore now and then...or you might not. The virus can flare up but it may also stay dormant and never cause a problem.

If you or your sister do get a cold sore, get some Abreva and apply it to the sore. It will heal within 5-10 days. Avoid kissing anyone and oral sex while you have an open sore.

It's not a big deal. Don't worry about it.

EMT

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