How contagious is a cold sore with a pregnant person?
On One Hand: Cold Sores May Be Contagious at Any TimeCold sores may be contagious at any time, whether you are pregnant or not. iVillage Parenting explains that kissing your partner can transmit the cold sore to him. They also recommend frequent hand washing since the cold sore may be contagious between your own mouth and other parts of your body, such as the genitals. The International Herpes Management Forum explains that if the cold sore is due to the Herpes Simplex virus, you must be particularly careful because you can transmit it to the baby after birth through kissing and touching.On the Other: Most Contagious When BlisteringHerpes-ColdSore.com explains that cold sores are most contagious when they are blistering. When the blister pops open and leaks fluid, the person is very contagious. This is true for all people with cold sores, including pregnant mothers. The pregnant mom, however, is considered contagious until the skin completely heals where the cold sore is.Bottom LineA p
