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A 31-year-old male asked:

Do all sex toys have std's or does an infected person have to use it for it to be infected?

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Dr. Walter Evans II
Dr. Walter Evans IIanswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 43 years experience
Dirty toys: The toy must be contaminated by an infected person. Of course, it is good to clean devices of regular bacteria before you use them.
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Dr. James Ferguson
Dr. James Fergusonanswered
Pediatrics 47 years experience
Odd question: These toys do not come off the assembly line contaminated with germs. If used by someone with a STD the germ may remain alive for an extended period. Appropriate cleaning with soap & water & or steam will usually sterilize them.
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