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Cold sores on lips
Hi doctors I have a 11 month old baby for the first time in life I have got a cold sore on my lips I didn't know that it's a cold sore I thought it's some pimple and I have kissed my baby and since it' was paining I went to dermatologist after 2 days doctor said it's a cold sore and gave me pills and I am putting mask since then but am worried of my baby now after I read on Internet saying it's fatal to babies
Am really worried and feeling helpless as I didn't know it's something dangerous how many days it takes for baby's to show up symptoms will it cause death in baby of it comes and in some article in google it showed it causes meningitis in babies ? Am really really worried
Please reply how long it takes for baby to show symptoms
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Don't panic
Watch for any fever/ lethargy/ sore / blister/ excessive irritability/ feeding problems
Please keep mask on
You can visit nearby Paediatrician in person
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I totally understand your concern. Before suggesting treatment, I would like to ask a few questions to ensure the correct management can be provided.
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Dr. G. Avinash MBBS, MD (Pediatrics) Fellowship in Neonatology
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Please don’t panic — in most cases, nothing serious happens, especially in older infants like your 11-month-old baby.
Cold sores are caused by the herpes virus (HSV-1). While severe infections can happen in newborns (below 1 month), in babies of this age it is usually mild or even asymptomatic.
Incubation period (when symptoms appear):
If infection occurs, symptoms usually show within 2–7 days after contact.
What to watch for in your baby:
Fever
Poor feeding
Excessive irritability
Blisters/sores around lips, mouth, or skin
Unusual sleepiness
If none of these appear within a week, your baby is very unlikely to be affected.
Important reassurance:
Serious complications like meningitis are very rare in 11-month-old healthy babies
Most exposures do not lead to infection
You have already taken the right step by wearing a mask and avoiding further contact
Next Steps
What you should do now:
Avoid kissing baby until your sore completely heals
Wash hands frequently
Continue normal feeding and care
Health Tips
When to see a doctor urgently:
Fever + poor feeding
Blisters on skin or mouth
Lethargy or unusual behavior
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Hi
don’t worry just by reading on google
Just be watchful for the danger signs ..
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visit the pediatrician
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If your baby becomes feverish, lethargic, irritable, stops eating, or develops blisters/rashes, contact a pediatrician immediately
Don't worry just visit ur near paediatrician of symptoms exist or any doubt
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Dr. Venkatesh Badugu
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Urgently consult physically with Pediatrician
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