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How long hiv survive on sex toy like fleshlight?....?

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HIV IS A BLOOD BOURNE VIRUS THAT IS ACTIVE WHEN BLOOD IS FRESH NOT DRIED. IF TOY HAS FRESH BLOOD AND ENTERS YOUR BODY THAN YOUR AT RISK FOR HIV. IF BLOOD ON TOY HAS DRIED UP AFTER USE OR WIPED OFF THAN NO PROBLEM. ALWAYS BE CAREFUL AND PRACTICE SAFE SEX.

Answered 8/13/2021

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