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Can HIV transmitted through a bleeding open wound?
Hello all, when I was working, I got a paper cut on my finger that I wasn't aware of, and my finger was bleeding. At the same time, I handshake someone with his wet palm (should be his sweat). If that someone has HIV, will this contact will cause the transmission? (Like virus through his sweat entered the open wound)
Since my job often might have social contact with different people, it will be appreciated if someone can tell me the risk. Many thanks.
Since my job often might have social contact with different people, it will be appreciated if someone can tell me the risk. Many thanks.
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The only risks for HIV in adults are:
1) Having unprotected (no condom) penetrative anal or vaginal sex, OR
2) Sharing IV drug equipment with other IV drug users.
You CANNOT get HIV through your hands, no matter what. If you don't experience one of the two events above, you will never have to worry about HIV.
1) Having unprotected (no condom) penetrative anal or vaginal sex, OR
2) Sharing IV drug equipment with other IV drug users.
You CANNOT get HIV through your hands, no matter what. If you don't experience one of the two events above, you will never have to worry about HIV.
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