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Is the eye one of hiv transmission route

2018-02-09 08:49:04
Can hiv be transmitted through the eyes mucous membranes if a drop of hiv blood fall in the eye? Is the eye a route of hiv transmission?
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Please Intact conjunctiva prevent transmission of hiv infection

Answered2018-02-09 18:39:53

YESNO

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HELLO, NO , NOT THE ROUTE OF TRANSMISSION. OK.

Answered2018-02-09 17:38:27

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