A member asked:

If i have frequent bleeding gums and gave oral to a guy with possible hiv, how high are my risk, if my gums weren't bleeding? should i be worried?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Elizabeth Wallen answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Get tested: You have not been very safe. You have placed yourself at risk but how high a risk no one can say for sure. It is less than vaginal or anal sex but still a risk. You need to be tested.

Answered 2/10/2020

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Dr. Joram Seggev answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Allergy & Immunology

Yes, you should: Oral sex haws a low, but real chance of transmitting HIV. If the sex was less than 3 months ago, you should undergo a HIV RNA PCR test (viral load). It is the best test, because it becomes positive usually within 2 weeks after infection. Next time, make sure the guy has a latex condom on (not perfect, but the most effective). Also, there is post exposure medication, see a physician.

Answered 9/29/2016

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