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.
Both herpes virus type 1 and type 2 can cause herpes lesions on the lips or genitals, but recurrent cold sores are almost always type 1. Oral herpes is very common. More than 60% of Americans have had a cold sore, and almost 25% of those infected experience recurrent outbreaks.