A member asked:

If i have a sore on my genitals and someone with a cut on his hand uses his hand to touch my genitals, is it likely i will get an std?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Pierrette Mimi Poinsett answered

The opposite: A genital sore is likely due to a STD. Instead of being at risk of getting an STD- you are at risk at transmitting an STD to your partner.

Answered 1/20/2017

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Dr. Julan Crane answered

Risk of STI : You need exposure to sexual activity to be at risk

Answered 2/21/2019

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A member asked:

If i have a sore on my genitals and someone with a cut on his hand uses his hand to touch my genitals, is it likely i will get an std?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Pierrette Mimi Poinsett answered

Dr. Julan Crane answered

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