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Thoughts? could showering after sex reduce the risk of hiv infection?

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No: No, showering after sex does not affect nor will it reduce the risk of HIV infection. The way to reduce risk of HIV infection with sex is by using barrier protection, such as using a condom.

Dr Hickok and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 6/10/2014

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