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I recently purchased a male sex toy (pocket pussy) and i have paranoia thinking it might have been used before me. is there any chance i could catch hiv?

Q: i recently purchased a male sex toy (pocket pussy) and i have paranoia thinking it might have been used before me. is there any chance i could catch hiv?

: HIV is not transmitted through inanimate surfaces, check cdc.gov regarding HIV transmission. HIV related anxiety appears likely and you should discuss your fears with your doc.

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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HIV is not transmitted through inanimate surfaces, check cdc.gov regarding HIV transmission. HIV related anxiety appears likely and you should discuss your fears with your doc.

Dr Singh agreed

Answered 7/31/2022

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

If you bought it new and it came out of a sealed package then-no

Answered 8/1/2022

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A member asked:

I recently purchased a male sex toy (pocket pussy) and i have paranoia thinking it might have been used before me. is there any chance i could catch hiv?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Dr Singh agreed

Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

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