A member asked:

Can i get hiv from scratch by fingernails if fingernails containing virus? how likely virus can live on hands and fingernails and infect me?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

This has never happened. No risk at all, even if the person who scratched you has HIV. Don't worry about it.

Answered 7/26/2023

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

No, HIV transmission is not possible in above described scenario. Check cdc.gov for reliable information regarding HIV transmission.

Answered 7/22/2023

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