Summary. Hi I am James Cornish, I started with Barclays on the Barclays Degree Programme, working in various leadership roles in retail whilst completing my BA in Business Management and Leadership.
Rating Newest Oldest. Best Answer: Yes, cold sores can spread to other parts of your body such as the eyes, hands, lips, and genitals. The constant flow of water and use of soap, while in the shower will help prevent the spreading of the virus but it will not kill it. To prevent the sores from spreading, try not to touch or pick at them.
1 Avoid the things that trigger your cold sores, such as stress and colds or the flu. 2  Always use lip balm and sunscreen on your face. 3  Too much sunlight can cause cold sores to flare. 4  Avoid sharing towels, razors, silverware, toothbrushes, or other objects that a person with a cold sore may have used.here are two types of herpes simplex virus: HSV-1 and HSV-2. Both virus types can cause sores around the mouth (herpes labialis) and on the genitals (genital herpes). The herpes simplex virus usually enters the body through a break in the skin around or inside the mouth.