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Does exposure to semen into the mouth (with no visible cuts or ulcers) carry risk of hiv ?.person's status unknown although he claims to be tested neg

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Dr. Roy Arnold answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Very low: Even with a partner with known HIV, oral exposure carries very little risk and is not usually treated with post-exposure prophylaxis. (UpToDate) Risk is about 1 infection per 10,000 exposures. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!

Answered 11/19/2018

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