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Kaposi's sarcoma risk

I have read that Kaposi's sarcoma is caused by the HHV 8 virus which can be transmitted by saliva.  Most people that have Kaposi's are AIDS related cases.  What are the chances of getting KS from a kiss (no sex) and possible HIV if they had ulcers in their mouth as well?
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Phew.  Thank you for your response.
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NONE!  ZERO!!!
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