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Can one get hiv if the hiv infected male flipped the condom when realized mistake(the condom touched the head of penis). will virus survive on condom?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Unlikely: but speak with your PCP about possible PROPHYLACTIC anti-HIV treatment! Hope this is helpful BE WELL! Dr Z

Answered 9/23/2017

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Very low risk: In theory, reversing a used condom could result in transmission of HIV or other STDs, if the first male user was infected. However, any risk from this would be very low.

Answered 9/26/2017

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