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I touched fresh blood with a fresh cut on my hand risk of hiv? i'm very worried.
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HIV: This is conceivable but highly improbable. This type of superficial contact rarely if ever transmits HIV but I never say never. It would not hurt for you to go and get tested if you are overly concerned. Best wishes.
Answered 4/4/2015
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