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Amelia910 · 02/01/2019 23:40

Never had a coldsore before but have tingling on my lips and two pimple like spots. The scary internet is saying it’s harmful in pregnancy-is this true?!

I had shingles in October but I believe that’s a different strain. Midwife knows about the shingles and wasn’t concerned but these bumps have only appeared tonight.

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LeeCee · 02/01/2019 23:44

Cold sores aren't dangerous in pregnancy, but maybe get checked tomorrow in case it's something else

elephantoverthehill · 02/01/2019 23:45

Don't worry. I have 3 very healthy children and have cold sores since the age of 13.

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Amelia910 · 02/01/2019 23:49

What everywhere seems to be saying is its only dangerous if you haven’t had them before - which I haven’t

I have my 12 week scan tomorrow which is in the mother and baby unit so maybe i can ask

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