Another HIV- Toilet related drama

[wijn123]

I do want to apologise in advance to all the experts, certified or otherwise, reading this. I do feel ashamed that I'm not fully aware of transmission modes and don't mean any offence to anyone.

Okay, so roughly 10 days ago I used the toilets and after wiping noticed some kind of secretion/ discharge on my inner labia. Absolutely freaked out- could this have been on the toilet paper and I just didn't realise? If this had been the case:

1) what is the risk of wiping this mucous membrane with a possibly contaminated piece of toilet paper?
2) does the above count as a sufficient 'entrance point' for the virus?
3) is there even a risk?

I completely get that what I saw was probably mine in the first place.. , and that direct access is required (hence the questions above). Naturally been panicking, and when I woke up with a sore throat and a swollen neck gland today, more panic followed. Just looking for some advice.

Thanks everyone!  

[GuitarRox]

Not a risk.  HIV is transmitted by unprotected vaginal or anal intercourse (penetrating) or sharing of IV drug needles.  Takes place INSIDE the body.  Toilets do not give people HIV nor does dirty toilet paper.  The HIV virus is fragile and is inactivated by air.  So this is in NO WAY a risk.  

[wijn123]

Thanks GuitarRox!