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Does hiv transmit through uncooked food like salad if it contains an infected blood on it... and i also have cuts on my lips and i had already have the salad.. will it transmit??

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

HIV transmission is unlikely in described scenario. The virus does not live on inanimate surfaces. HIV related anxiety is possible otherwise and you should discuss options with your PCP.

Answered 9/19/2021

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Agree with Dr. P. Visit this site for information about HIV transmission: https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/basics/transmission.html Safe sex: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/safer-sex-guidelines

Answered 9/19/2021

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