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What Are The Chances Of HIV Infection After Unprotected Oral Sex?
Hi dr.mintz, I recently engaged in sexual activity with a female. I had unprotected oral sex that was a bit rough and her teeth cut just under the rim of the head of my penis. She also gave me a handjob and was rubbing her vagina earlier so had vaginal fluids on her hand while giving me a handjob. I performed oral sex on her. We then had protected vaginal intercourse. When I removed the condom I noticed the little cut under the rim of the head of my penis. I am sure her vaginal fluid touched that area when she was rubbing me with her hand that she had also been using to rub herself, plus her fluid was on the outer part of the condom and my hand so I m sure it came into contact with my little cut. Is their a chance that I could have got HIV from her fluid touching the cut? Thank you for advice.
Mon, 1 May 2023
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Hello,
The risk of HIV transmission through oral sex is generally considered to be low, but it is not zero. The risk can increase if there is an open cut or sore in the mouth or on the genitals. However, the risk is still lower than with vaginal or anal sex.
As for vaginal sex with a small cut on the outer penis, the risk of HIV transmission depends on several factors such as the viral load of the partner who is HIV-positive, the presence of other sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and the use of protection such as condoms.
It is important to note that any sexual activity carries some risk of transmission of HIV and other STIs. The best way to reduce the risk of HIV transmission is to practice safe sex by using condoms consistently and correctly, getting tested regularly for STIs, and discussing HIV and STI status with sexual partners. If you are concerned about your risk of HIV transmission, it is recommended that you consult a healthcare professional for advice and testing.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shah Hussain, General & Family Physician
The risk of HIV transmission through oral sex is generally considered to be low, but it is not zero. The risk can increase if there is an open cut or sore in the mouth or on the genitals. However, the risk is still lower than with vaginal or anal sex.
As for vaginal sex with a small cut on the outer penis, the risk of HIV transmission depends on several factors such as the viral load of the partner who is HIV-positive, the presence of other sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and the use of protection such as condoms.
It is important to note that any sexual activity carries some risk of transmission of HIV and other STIs. The best way to reduce the risk of HIV transmission is to practice safe sex by using condoms consistently and correctly, getting tested regularly for STIs, and discussing HIV and STI status with sexual partners. If you are concerned about your risk of HIV transmission, it is recommended that you consult a healthcare professional for advice and testing.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shah Hussain, General & Family Physician
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