Dr. Basti Bharatesh Devendra
Dermatology
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Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
Last week I went to a massage parlor and ended up with a hand job. Now I have anxiety about getting STI(Sexually transmitted Infection). I checked her hand there was no visible blood or cuts. She was fully clothed and her hand was covered with oil as she was massaging my body for more than an hour. If I want to get tested what will be the right time, or is it not required? Are they any cases of getting STI by getting a hand job?
Hi,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
I read your query and can understand your concern.
The chances of transmission of HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) by massage or handjob are nil unless there are bleeding wounds. You have not noticed it so the chances of HIV are nil. There are some STDs (sexually transmitted disorders) like herpes simplex virus which can be transmitted by skin-to-skin contact or kissing or as STDs. The chances of transmission are higher when there are active lesions. You can go for HSV (herpes simplex virus) 1 and 2, IgM and IgG antibodies now and after 3 months of exposure.
Hope this helps.
Thanks and take care.
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
Thank you for the reply.
I do not think there were lesions in her hand or in my whole body still is it mandatory to get HSV (Herpes Simplex Virus) tests? And there were definitely no bleeding wounds. Can HSV be caused by partners as well?
Hi,
Welcome back to icliniq.com.
I read your query and can understand your concern.
There are chances of transmission of HSV (herpes simplex virus) by skin-to-skin contact or kissing or STDs (sexually transmitted disorders) from partners too. Even many children are infected by contact. However, if there were no lesions during interaction the chances of HSV transmission are minimal. If you still desire or are anxious, you can go for HSV tests as suggested earlier. It will also help you to know the current HSV status.
Hope this helps.
Thanks and take care.
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