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If i have gingivitis can i get hiv from oral?
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Possibly higher risk: Anyone can get HIV from oral sex whether there is gingivitis or not. However, the presence of any mouth sores or infections, such as gingivitis may increase the risk of acquiring HIV infection, in addition to other bacteria and viruses.
Answered 6/10/2014
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Yes: It has been substantiated that the HIV virus can be spread in oral secretions and or bleeding gums.
Answered 6/10/2014
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