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Is it possible to acquire std without having any sexual activity?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

In a way, Yes: For example Genital herpes is an STD and can be acquired from skin to skin contact and does not necessarily need vaginal penetration or "oral" sex, etc.

Answered 7/27/2014

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Dr. Mark Roberto answered

Specializes in Preventive Medicine

No: No, it isn't. You do not get an STD from a toilet seat

Answered 7/27/2014

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