Aa
MedHelp.org will cease operations on May 31, 2024. It has been our pleasure to join you on your health journey for the past 30 years. For more info, click here.
Aa
A
A
A
Close
Avatar universal

I was shaking hands with a guy today and I have cracked skin (Eczema)

Shook hands with a guy today and I have really bad eczema, I don't know if he had HIV.how long does hiv+ blood live outside the body please answer.is it possible or am I overthinking things, I am so scared right now I can't even focus on what I'm doing.
1 Responses
Sort by: Helpful Oldest Newest
Avatar universal
No. If you could then everyone would have it.
Helpful - 0
1 Comments
Oh ok so that means I'm just overthinking it and that it's not possible?

You are reading content posted in the HIV Prevention Community

Top HIV Answerers
366749 tn?1544695265
Karachi, Pakistan
370181 tn?1716862802
Arlington, WA
Learn About Top Answerers
Popular Resources
Condoms are the most effective way to prevent HIV and STDs.
PrEP is used by people with high risk to prevent HIV infection.
Can I get HIV from surfaces, like toilet seats?
Can you get HIV from casual contact, like hugging?
Frequency of HIV testing depends on your risk.
Post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) may help prevent HIV infection.