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Can HIV transmit through the cuts in the finger or sores in the mouth?

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Published At October 2, 2017
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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I am a 27-year-old male. I met a girl recently. We both did deep kissing and fingering many times. I do not know about her HIV(Human Immunodeficiency Virus) status. Recently, I read about HIV, and I am worried. I do not remember whether I had any cut in my finger. Can I have HIV through the cuts in the finger or sores in the mouth? Please assess my risk factor. Please suggest.

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com.

Fingering alone will not cause HIV transmission. For transmission, the virus needs to enter the bloodstream. Regarding the cut, there should be a fresh lesion for having an active transfer. As far as deep kissing is concerned, there is no possibility to have HIV transmission through the saliva and if it is mixed with blood, there can be a possibility. If you have any doubt about the exposure, you can do a test at four weeks of the exposure, and if the result is negative, you can do another test at three months of the last exposure. It will reduce your fear soon.

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

Dr. Ravinder K. Sachdeva
Dr. Ravinder K. Sachdeva

HIV/AIDS specialist

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