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Can u get hiv from toilet paper that has blood on it? suppose u had blood on ur hand and tuched the toilet paper then whiped yourself with it. can u get it this way?

Q: can u get hiv from toilet paper that has blood on it? suppose u had blood on ur hand and tuched the toilet paper then whiped yourself with it. can u get it this way?

: No, HIV is not transmitted through inanimate objects. HIV related anxiety is likely and you should discuss it with your doc. For further information related to HIV transmission and prophylaxis cdc.gov is a reliable site.

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No, HIV is not transmitted through inanimate objects. HIV related anxiety is likely and you should discuss it with your doc. For further information related to HIV transmission and prophylaxis cdc.gov is a reliable site.

Answered 5/24/2023

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A member asked:

Can u get hiv from toilet paper that has blood on it? suppose u had blood on ur hand and tuched the toilet paper then whiped yourself with it. can u get it this way?

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