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I used a restroom & picked up a roll of toilet paper that was sitting on top of the toilet paper holderthe dispenser itself was broken. someone put the roll on top. i used it, then inserted a tampon. any risk of hiv here? i feel silly but concerned?
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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 7/12/2023
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