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Can A Small Abrasion, Which Not Associated With Bleeding, Transmit HIV ?

i heard that small abrasion that not associated with bleeding can not transmit HIV
Fri, 20 Jan 2012
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Orthopaedic Surgeon 's  Response
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Any break in the skin can be dangerous to transmit HIV, even if not bleeding. It is better you get the wound dressed to prevent infection. Eat plenty if fresh fruits and vegetables. Drink plenty of water. Avoid contact with any infectious regions.
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Dermatologist Dr. Gaurav Patel's  Response
hi

welcome to healthcaremagic forum

abrasion can transmit infectious disease if oozing is there

breaking of the barrier of the skin lead to susceptible for the any foreign organism.

apply antibiotic cream over it .

i hope i have give you answered
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Can A Small Abrasion, Which Not Associated With Bleeding, Transmit HIV ?

Welcome to Healthcare Magic Any break in the skin can be dangerous to transmit HIV, even if not bleeding. It is better you get the wound dressed to prevent infection. Eat plenty if fresh fruits and vegetables. Drink plenty of water. Avoid contact with any infectious regions.