Parents are warned that a dangerous herpes infection is most likely to occur within the first four weeks of a baby’s life.
To lessen the risk of spreading the virus, adults with cold sores should avoid kissing their infant and practice proper hand hygiene while providing care. According to the NHS,
If a baby does get herpes from a parent or other adult, the symptoms may not be rash; instead, the kid may exhibit indicators like irritability or lethargy, not eating, or a high fever.
Given how rapidly young children may decline, parents are advised to take immediate action if they see this. For guidance, parents should speak with their GP or NHS 111.
They should dial 999 right away if the infant is unresponsive and floppy, hard to wake up, has trouble breathing, begins to moan, or if their tongue or skin becomes blue.
