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Hi doctor, i had few hand jobs over 6 months and began to notice hives symptoms off late all over the body . could i have caught some std?

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It is unlikely: to get Transmission of an std with hands is unlikely. However, one could potentially transmit infections if there were any kind of rash or open sores on the hands. A herpetic lesion on the hand would be an example.

Answered 5/19/2018

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

This isn't a: very usual vehicle for transmission of STD. However, any high risk sex would warrant STD W/U.

Answered 5/17/2015

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