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I went to a barber shop for cutting only hair. At last he gave a finishing touch with a blade just around my ear and neck (after 15 minutes of my visit). There was no scratches on my skin. If that particular blade was previously used to any HIV infected person, can HIV transmitted to my body ?
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Hi dear not with the intact skin ,also the virus dies soon outside body
You can easily take an online consultation for further treatment guidance
Do request your barber to use fresh blade every time
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Dr. Manisha Jadhav
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13 yrs exp
Pune
Acute HIV infection occurs most often two to four weeks after initial exposure to the virus. HIV is transmitted through:
contaminated blood transfusions, usually before 1992
sharing syringes or needles with someone living with HIV
contact with blood, semen, vaginal fluids, or anal secretions containing HIV
pregnancy or breastfeeding if the mother has HIV
HIV isn’t transmitted through casual physical contact, such as hugging, kissing, holding hands, or sharing food utensils. Saliva doesn’t transmit HIV.
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