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Can saliva transmit aids virus while performing oral sex, regardless giver or receiver?

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Dr. Joel Gallant answered

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No: You don't get HIV from saliva. In the uncommon cases of transmission through oral sex, infection occurs through contact of infected blood, semen or vaginal fluid with the gums or oral mucosa, typically when there is gum disease or sores.

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Answered 4/1/2023

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A member asked:

Can saliva transmit aids virus while performing oral sex, regardless giver or receiver?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Joel Gallant answered

Dr Ali and 2 doctors agreed

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