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Does hiv live outside the body?

Hello how long does hiv live outside the body?
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No an HIV concern.
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Yeah it's because i purchased a dildo and it got here yesterday which is 6 days from when I ordered it. So there is no risk from using a dildo?
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HIV is not alive it is either active or inactive.

HIV is unable to reproduce outside its living host (unlike many bacteria or fungi, which may do so under suitable conditions), except under laboratory conditions; therefore, it does not spread or maintain infectiousness outside its host.

HIV is transmitted by;
Unprotected penetrative anal and/or vaginal sex
Sharing works with other IV drug users
Mother to child
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