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Can hiv transmitted through kissing & sucking if both have cut or chapped lips at the point & blood intact?

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Improbable: however, possible, through salivary secretions or orl sex. Incidence of salivary inoculation is exceptionally low: 1% or less.

Answered 11/27/2016

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

HIV: Is transmitted through body fluids-blood mainly, and not saliva, so only as described, if open sores/bleeding is present and blood transfer occurs, than HIV could be transmitted.

Answered 7/29/2014

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Blood/Fluids and HIV: Yes, if you have an open wound and if you have blood/body fluid contact with a HIV + person, you can be at risk for infection. Follow up with your Health Dept. or with your PCM for testing.

Answered 7/30/2014

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