The majority of the time the cold sores occur on the mouth and lips, at the area where the skin meets the edge of the lip. But the symptoms can spread to other areas such as the nose, chin, eyes and fingers. The herpes virus that causes cold sores can be passes to other people by direct contact, and also to other parts of your body if you aren’t careful. If you experience an outbreak, it is important to wash your hands regularly especially after touching the affected area. Also, don’t share food, utensils, drinks, or lip balm with other people.

The herpes simplex virus can also spread to the eyes, which is a very dangerous location. If the infection spreads to the eyes is can cause scarring which in turn causes loss of sight and even blindness. The herpes simplex virus is actually the leading cause of blindness in the United States. If you have symptoms of cold sores, always wash your hands very well before touching your eyes or any area close to your eyes.

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