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Can i get hiv from blackhead remover tool if i had bleeding pimple and remover is not sterilized.i'm sure it is not used for 15 minutes before me. how much time hiv live on objects pls help whether i can get hiv this way?

Q: can i get hiv from blackhead remover tool if i had bleeding pimple and remover is not sterilized.i'm sure it is not used for 15 minutes before me. how much time hiv live on objects pls help whether i can get hiv this way?

: Highly unlikely HIV transmission in above mentioned circumstances. HIV related anxiety is likely and you may need help for it. Check cdc.gov for reliable information regarding HIV transmission.

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Highly unlikely HIV transmission in above mentioned circumstances. HIV related anxiety is likely and you may need help for it. Check cdc.gov for reliable information regarding HIV transmission.

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For info on this topic, visit these sites. You have little risk of getting HIV. HIV transmission: http://www.avert.org/hiv-transmission-prevention/how-you-get-hiv?gclid=CK6P5szPq9ICFVY7gQodxYsGFw https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/basics/transmission.html

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A member asked:

Can i get hiv from blackhead remover tool if i had bleeding pimple and remover is not sterilized.i'm sure it is not used for 15 minutes before me. how much time hiv live on objects pls help whether i can get hiv this way?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Dr Singh agreed

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