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Can u get hiv by having oral sex?

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Yes: It is not common to transmit HIV with oral sex, but if you have any open sores in your mouth, that the HIV virus can cause an infection.

Answered 4/9/2016

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Dr. Ryan Phasouk answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Yes: Oral sex can serve as a way to transmit hiv, especially if there are open sores/tears involved within the oral cavity.

Answered 11/27/2017

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Yes: Yes, you can but it is less likely, statistically, than actual intercourse. You can also contract other sexually transmitted diseases through oral sex as well. This is why dental dams and non-lubricated condoms should always be used when engaging in oral sex.

Answered 4/9/2016

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Dr. James Lin answered

Yes, you may...: Yes, you may. Seek evaluation and counseling timely. Best wish...

Answered 5/3/2016

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