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I was fingering my self in the bath, my hands were washed and i didn't have any contact with a hiv+ person. do i need to get tested for hiv?

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Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

No: You cannot give yourself HIV. It must be contracted from another person. Truth be told, you're a woman or soon to become one. If you have these fears, you need to review some basic facts about your body and about being a grown-up. Mom might be a great person to talk to. Best wishes.

Answered 12/20/2014

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A member asked:

I was fingering my self in the bath, my hands were washed and i didn't have any contact with a hiv+ person. do i need to get tested for hiv?

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Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

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