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At my new job i got a chair with a pubic hair on it. wiped it off with wet tissue & washed my hands, but i'll still have to use the chair from now on. the chair is covered in fabric. is there any danger of any kind of infection (genital /other kind?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Sorry to hear of this unpleasant experience. But there is no serious risk of any infection. People's genital areas have no more germs than their hands or anywhere else on their body, and fewer bacteria and viruses than the nose and mouth. Probably you frequently contact with surfaces contaminated with more bacteria than this. You'll probably want to use an upholstery cleaner, but no risk if not.

Answered 5/3/2022

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Germs require a favorable environment to survive just like you do. Those that could be a problem die when they dry out. I wouldn't worry about it.

Answered 5/3/2022

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There is no risk of catching any infection from the circumstances you described. For you peace of mind you may ask you manager to get you a new chair. For healthy diet: http://www.choosemyplate.gov/., exercise 30 minutes/day, drink enough water daily so your urine is mostly colorless, have safe sex, no tobacco alcohol weed or street drugs.

Answered 5/3/2022

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