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Can HIV Be Contracted Through Oral Sex?

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Posted on Wed, 30 Aug 2017
Question: Dear Dr,

I had oral sex with a towel on my penis is it a risk for STDs.

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Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
oral sex carries a low risk of STDs

Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thank you for writing to us

I am Dr. Kakkar (Dermatologist and Venereologist). I have gone through your query and I have noted your concern.
Oral sex carries a very low risk though a towel or cloth is not considered an ideal barrier against transmission of STDs.

Regards
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Can HIV Be Contracted Through Oral Sex?

Brief Answer: oral sex carries a low risk of STDs Detailed Answer: Hello. Thank you for writing to us I am Dr. Kakkar (Dermatologist and Venereologist). I have gone through your query and I have noted your concern. Oral sex carries a very low risk though a towel or cloth is not considered an ideal barrier against transmission of STDs. Regards