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Can you get diseases like std's from someones sweat?i was in dance class and i was partners with a guy drenched in sweat. he got me wet! will i b ok?

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Dr. Timothy Raichle answered

You will be okay: There is no chance of contracting an std from someone's sweat.

Answered 3/23/2014

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A member asked:

Can you get diseases like std's from someones sweat?i was in dance class and i was partners with a guy drenched in sweat. he got me wet! will i b ok?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Timothy Raichle answered

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