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Never had sex before but heard that having an std was possible without. if semen went from my hand to a piece of toilet paper(i did not purposely put it there;may have touched another piece when i was getting toilet paper),could this =std/pregnancy?

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

STD’s or pregnancy are not possible by touching inanimate objects. Use of mechanical protection is otherwise recommended in order to avoid both when intercourse is likely to take place.

Answered 6/16/2021

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While you are not at risk of pregnancy from this episode, your behavior is putting you at risk of pregnancy and STDS. Visit this site for guidance on safe sex: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/safer-sex-guidelines Get HPV vaccine Use contraceptive all the time, every time. Wish you good health!

Answered 6/17/2021

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