A member asked:

Can i get hiv infection from touching blood stained on money paper then rubbing my eyes with the same hand?

3 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

No.

Answered 9/24/2022

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

HIV transmission is not possible in above described scenario. A fight-or-flight response appears likely given circumstances in the context of possible HIV related anxiety.

Answered 9/24/2022

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Dr. Robert Trager answered

HIV is a blood to blood transmission, as well as bodily fluids. Dried blood is inactive and you didn't have any open cuts or wounds on your face.

Answered 9/25/2022

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A member asked:

Can i get hiv infection from touching blood stained on money paper then rubbing my eyes with the same hand?

3 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Dr. Robert Trager answered

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