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Can you get htlv from sharing a tooth brush?
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No: Usual route of transmission is sexual contact or blood transfer. Saliva seems to be a barrier. Please discuss with Oncologist for more information.
Answered 8/30/2015
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Unlikely : The research evidence shows that HIV is not spread through touch, tears, sweat, tooth brush or saliva. Therefore, sharing a tooth brush, eating utensils with an HIV-positive person you cannot catch HIV.
Answered 8/30/2015
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