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I may have slightly touched a used liner in the tampon bin as i was tossing mine away. i then cleaned myself and inserted a new one. hiv or std risk?
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The risk is nil: as your possible exposure was dealt with quickly.
Answered 9/29/2016
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No risk: You immediately washed your hands and you did not mention any cuts or other points of entry through the skin- you don't have a risk.
Answered 9/29/2016
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No: You should be fine. You would need to have damaged tissue and a high viral load to acquire HIV. Relax!
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