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I have hr genital hpv and a children. through hand to hand rubbing can he get hpv after washing if he touches his genitals after washing his hands?

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

Vague post: Children have a minor risk of getting HPV warts from a mother with active warts at delivery. Those would show up within 2 yrs. They do not get high risk strains the same way or from casual contact with their mother. He would not be at risk from touching his own genitals.

Answered 11/28/2019

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A member asked:

I have hr genital hpv and a children. through hand to hand rubbing can he get hpv after washing if he touches his genitals after washing his hands?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Ferguson answered

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