Preventing
Cold sores
Causes of Cold Sores in Children
Risk Factors and Complications
Diagnosis and Treatment in Children
Preventing Cold Sores in Children
When to Seek Medical Attention for Children
Primary Herpes Simplex Infection
To prevent cold sores in children:
- Avoid exposing them to individuals with active cold sores.
- Teach them not to share utensils, towels, or personal items with someone who has a cold sore.
- Encourage them not to touch their cold sore to prevent spreading the virus to other parts of their body.
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