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Kiss
My friend accidentally kissed me instead of the cheek, on the part of the lips and on the bruise I had from the hyaluronic injection. Also, my lips were chapped. Could he have infected me with HIV?
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The only risks for HIV in adults are:
1) Having unprotected (no condom) penetrative anal or vaginal sex, OR
2) Sharing IV drug equipment with other IV drug users.
As you can see, kissing, even with chapped lips, is not on this list.
1) Having unprotected (no condom) penetrative anal or vaginal sex, OR
2) Sharing IV drug equipment with other IV drug users.
As you can see, kissing, even with chapped lips, is not on this list.
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Thank you very much for your quick reply. Just one more check just in case - even a bruise is not a problem?
Please re-read my original reply. There is no need to repeat the question.
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