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Sharing toothbrush can spread HIV?

Hello,

I shared toothbrush with my father over 5 times. I had bled. Can this behavior can spread HIV?
Now, I have many symptoms, such as rhinitis, dry cough and toothache.

Thank you,
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Thank you, Teak. So I do not need to test as well?
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Not a risk.
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So, I am not in the risk of HIV?
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HIV is unable to reproduce outside its living host (unlike many bacteria or fungi, which may do so under suitable conditions), except under laboratory conditions; therefore, it does not spread or maintain infectiousness outside its host.

HIV is transmitted by;
Unprotected penetrative anal and/or vaginal sex
Sharing works with other IV drug users
Mother to child
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Teak, Do you have different opinion?
I really worry about my behavior.
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not a hiv concern
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