Hi my friends 3 year old has cold sores, we had a garage sale this weekend at my house, she wasnt broken out but I have a 8 month old and you know how kids are putting everything in there mouth im so scared that hes going to get it now, I feel like I have to disinfect everything, what do I do am I worrying too much?
2006-08-07 15:25:08 · 10 answers · asked by Pinkie11 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Infectious Diseases
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2006-08-07 15:28:38 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cold sores CAN be transferred when the person does not have an outbreak, however it is quite rare. Herpes Simplex A is the virus that causes cold sores, however a quick wipe with something like a Lysol disinfectant wipe, or a 10 part water 1 part bleach solution will easily kill the virus, and give you peace of mind.
2006-08-07 15:57:58 · answer #2 · answered by vinnydamedic 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if the 3yo didn't hav evisible sores you're ok. ask mom when the last time her child had an outbreak was. The virus can live on hard surfaces 3-5 days after being in contact with the child. Also this seems crazy but if you can take a piece of garlic and cut it then hold it on your sons cheek when he's asleep it's possible if his little body did get some of the infected cells the virus will be killed before it ravages his body and leaves him with a lifetime of hassle. Garlic works, I use it for this. GOOD LUCK MOM
2006-08-07 17:49:58 · answer #3 · answered by Rae 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you can. However, it has to be direct contact, like saliva or blood. Just don't let the kids drink out of the same glass. Touching things that the other one touched shouldn't cause a problem. If the one kid is broken out, take care that he does not touch his sore and then touch something else. Then you will have to get out the disinfectant.
2006-08-07 15:36:17 · answer #4 · answered by waterglass 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think you can get cold sores when someone that usually has them does not have one at that time. I would keep your baby away from the 3 year old when she has one. Also there are ways to keep outbreaks from reacurring--try acidophillis, L-lysine, and VS-C if you or your baby gets one. They are available at most stores except VS-C. You can get VS-C from herbal stores (www.naturessunshine.com). VS-C is a blend herbal ingredients that viruses are unfavorable to. Check to see what kind of dosage would be good for your child.
2006-08-07 18:02:41 · answer #5 · answered by unidolang 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, unfortunately it is completely possible to transmit Herpes even though the carrier is not showing signs of sores. It's a tough situation, but the best bet is to avoid the child when they have any sores showing, and take precautions all the other times.
2006-08-07 15:29:29 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is such a thing a asymptomatic transmission, but it is rare. So the answer is yes, but probably not.
Also, not everyone that gets exposed to a herpes virus will contract it.
2006-08-07 15:28:30 · answer #7 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
dont want your kid to get herpes u know. disinfect everything!
2006-08-07 15:28:43 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
they can also be stress induced...and also too much acidity in the foods they eat
2006-08-07 15:28:54 · answer #9 · answered by oh baby 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think so, but I would stay away anyway.
2006-08-07 15:27:17 · answer #10 · answered by You may be right 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋