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A member asked:

Can you get a std or any kind of infection from wiping with toilet paper at a public restroom.?

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Not at all, you seem to have STD paranoia, do not worry about that, you only need to practice safe sex then you will be fine.

Answered 4/25/2022

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