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Ocular Herpes from spit?

2018-05-11 12:26:17
My friend with active cold sore accidentally spit on my eye. Will it cause Herpes in my eyes? Pls advise .
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Please wash your eyes with freshwater frequently and put antibiotics eye drops 2hrly e.g. moxifloxacin 2hrly . Herpes is not likely to occur.

Answered2018-05-11 12:48:01

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Unlikely!

Answered2018-05-11 12:27:23

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As the doctors above mentioned, it is very unlikely. So rest at ease.
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swimming goggles when you meet this friend of yours next.

Answered2018-05-12 12:15:39

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