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Herpes Handshake

2018-06-26 00:03:12
I have severe OCD, and something is troubling me. Long story short, I have a friend with Herpes. I ran into him after work, and I gave him a handshake. I have a blister on my hand that popped, and I'm worried about contracting it since I know the virus goes for membranes. Should I be worried? I didn't see any outbreaks. Would appreciate the assurance. Thanks.
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Hello, CONSULT A psychiatrist.ok.

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Herpes a viral infection is contagious, no doubts
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simple handshake can transmit germs? depends upon the cuts on the hands if you didn't see any outbreak, why worry?
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still to be on safer side,wash hands often with any soap with foam and avoid using creamy soaps keep hands dry

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