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Q: Should My Doctor Be Working With Cold Sores?

asked by: raginkajun on April 25th, 2006

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I have a new doctor, and when I showed up for my appointment yesterday, I noticed she had two or three large cold sores on her lower lip.

Now, admittedly, I am a bit of a germophobe. But should she be working, or should she stay home? What kind of risk would that pose to a patient?

Bear in mind that I had a complete physical, which included a manual inspection of my testicles.

I know I am paranoid already, so please dont tell me so. Just tell me what you think.

Does this pose a patient risk? Should she be working?

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averiex

replied on April 27th, 2006

Experienced User

Re: Should My Doctor Be Working With Cold Sores?

raginkajun wrote:

i have a new doctor, and when I showed up for my appointment yesterday, I noticed she had two or three large cold sores on her lower lip.

Now, admittedly, I am a bit of a germophobe. But should she be working, or should she stay home? What kind of risk would that pose to a patient?

Bear in mind that I had a complete physical, which included a manual inspection of my testicles.

I know I am paranoid already, so please dont tell me so. Just tell me what you think.

Does this pose a patient risk? Should she be working?

this is a potential risk, yes, but as long as she cleaned up thoroughly before your exam do not worry. Generally skin to skin contact, ie: her mouth on your genitals would be a huge contact worry. Or, if you shared a towel. Hands can spread it to, but most doctors wash up before an exam.

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