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How long hiv blood survive outside the body on surfaces ? some say instant death hiv won't survive once hits air others say 1week once blood has dried some knowledge would really help thank you for help
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Doesn't matter: It is generally believed that the virus dies, or cannot be transmitted, once blood dries. However, this really doesn't matter. Nobody ever is infected by contacting blood in the environment. If you see wet blood, avoid touching it. Otherwise this isn't something to be worried about. Have only safe sex and don't share drug injection equipment and you'll never be at risk for HIV.
Answered 9/6/2020
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