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.
The infection causes blisters and sores on the lips, mouth, tongue or gums. After an initial infection, the virus stays dormant inside the nerve cells of the face. Later on in life, the virus can reactivate and result in more sores. The herpes is recurrent when this happens. These are commonly known as cold sores or fever blisters. Recurrent herpes simplex labialis is usually not serious, but relapses are common.