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Had oral sex a week ago. having flu like symptoms. could i have hiv or simply the flu?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Cold: HIV is rarely transmitted from oral sex. This sounds like a cold combined with some stress and anxiety related to sexual activity. HIV is most often transmitted by infected blood or sexual secretions; however, some cases of oral transmission have been reported also. I suggest getting an HIV test to put your mind to rest.

Answered 5/11/2016

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A member asked:

Had oral sex a week ago. having flu like symptoms. could i have hiv or simply the flu?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

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