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Is it possible to contract an std from somone when the disease is dormant?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Asymptomatic - yes: If you are asking if you can contract a std from someone who is not currently symptomatic _ yes!

Answered 4/19/2013

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