Can HIV spread through finger cuts or mouth sores?

Question

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 cuts on my fingers. Can I have HIV through the cuts in the finger or sores in the mouth? Please assess my risk factor. Please suggest.

Answer 1

Hi,

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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 an active transfer. As far as deep kissing is concerned, there is no possibility of 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 after the exposure, and if the result is negative, you can do another test at three months after the last exposure. It will reduce your fear soon.

I hope this helps.

Thank you.