What are the possible risks of HIV transmission?
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
I engaged in protected sex with a woman whose HIV status is unknown. However, during the encounter, I had brief oral sex for about one minute. My tongue only touched her clitoris, and there was no fluid exchange, as it was dry, and my lips or mouth never touched the vagina. Additionally, she sucked my lower lip very hard, causing inflammation and an oozing of pre-blood fluid. Does this put me at risk of HIV?
Please advise.
Hello,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
I understand your concerns and always wish you the best of health.
With an unknown HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) status of a sexual partner, it is always advisable to be cautious and take all necessary precautions to prevent the transmission of sexually transmitted infections (STIs). I see you are taking Trioday (Tenofovir, Lamivudine, and Efavirenz), which is effective in preventing HIV from multiplying in the body.
If she were HIV-positive, there could be a risk of transmission in a situation like this. To be on the safe side, HIV screening is a good idea. Hopefully, your prescribing physician has already conducted that screening. Please also keep up with future follow-ups to better manage the situation.
I hope this helps you.
Thank you.
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