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Can hiv be transmitted through droplets ( saliva plus bloos) in the air. these droplets may contact eyes or mouth. i'm so scared about that scenario. pls explain for me?
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HIV is not transmitted by air droplets of any body substance. It is by contact usually with blood and not saliva, it is also sexually transmitted.
Answered 5/22/2022
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