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Am I at risk of getting HIV from vaginal sex with two condoms?

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Published At December 24, 2018
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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I had vaginal sex with two condoms without a breakage before two weeks. I do not know the person whom I had sex and do not know whether she has HIV(Human Immunodeficiency Virus) or not. Am I at risk of getting HIV infection from vaginal sex with two condoms? Does the partner's fluid that touches the shaft cause HIV transmission?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com.

Never use two condoms, and there are higher chances of having a slippage. Protected sexual activity shows a reduced chance to have HIV. The rates of transmission stand at 1 in 10000 sexual activity. So, you have a less probability of acquiring the infection. It is always better to get tested for your contact which clears your most doubts. You have negligible chances of getting an infection.

Patient's Query

Thank you doctor,

Still, Am I at risk of getting HIV even after using condoms without breakage and slipping? Does the fluid that touches the shaft cause HIV transmission?

Hi, Welcome back to icliniq.com.

HIV size is much less than the minute pores present on the condom and skin. So, there is a possibility, but in general, it is not common to acquire HIV infection. First of all, your contact should be positive, and her viral load should be high. If both the condition fits, then the condom usage lessens the chance. But it cannot stop completely, and there is a chance due to trauma during sexual activity. It causes increased blood flow to the penis. Condoms squeeze at the open end, and it increases the pressure. So, the chances are there until you rule out the infection. If you have time, that is still less than 72 hours, and it is always best to use post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP). The risk exists, because of the trauma caused in sexual activity and due to an increase in blood supply. A condom reduces only the risk of other STDs, and it can increase the chances of HIV transmission or entry.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Kiran Anaparthi
Dr. Kiran Anaparthi

HIV/AIDS specialist

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