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.
Cold sores â also called fever blisters â are a common viral infection. They are tiny, fluid-filled blisters on and around your lips. These blisters are often grouped together in patches. After the blisters break, a crust forms over the resulting sore. Cold sores usually heal in two to four weeks without leaving a scar. Cold sores spread from person to person by close contact, such as kissing. They're caused by a herpes simplex virus (HSV-1) closely related to the one that causes genital herpes (HSV-2). Both of these viruses can affect your mouth or genitals and can be spread by oral sex. Cold sores are contagious even if you don't see the sores.