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Is it possible to get herpes and hiv from using someone elses soap?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Highly unlikely: Since these viruses do not do well in soap, the risk is y non-existent .

Answered 9/29/2016

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No, you cannot: No, it is not possible to get herpes and/or HIV from using someone else's soap. Herpes and HIV is usually acquired through unprotected sex from person to person. It cannot be acquired from objects.

Answered 9/27/2014

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