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Could you still possibly have hiv from a piecing that isn't infected with bacteria?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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HIV is a virus -: not a bacteria. But if there is no HIV - then you can't be infected with it.

Dr Munshower and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 7/27/2014

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A member asked:

Could you still possibly have hiv from a piecing that isn't infected with bacteria?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Munshower and 2 doctors agreed

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