Can a pregnant or immunocompromised person change dressings?

iatroX medicinesPublished 21 August 2026Reviewed 21 August 2026

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They should not change dressings or clean injection sites because accidental exposure could cause herpes infection.

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iatroX medicinesPublished 21 August 2026Reviewed 21 August 2026

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They should not change dressings or clean injection sites because accidental exposure could cause herpes infection.

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