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Can hiv be transmitted through the ear? in other words, if any contaminated liquid gets into my ear, i can get infected?

Q: can hiv be transmitted through the ear? in other words, if any contaminated liquid gets into my ear, i can get infected?

: No risk at all, nothing to worry about.

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

No risk at all, nothing to worry about.

Answered 7/18/2023

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A member asked:

Can hiv be transmitted through the ear? in other words, if any contaminated liquid gets into my ear, i can get infected?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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