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Yesterday hiv-infected blood touched my arm. i didn't see any noticeable cuts/open wounds on my arm, but once i washed it burned. should i worry?
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No HIV Risk: Nope. Please do not worry. If you do then please when it is time go get an HIV test. But, skin is a very good barrier to HIV infection. Your scenario is not how HIV is contracted. Ever.
Answered 6/10/2014
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