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Can you pass hpv through sharing drinks and food with family members?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

No: Hpv can not be passed this way.

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 3/17/2023

5.7k views

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