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Can hiv infection occur in oral sex if the male is positive female is negative. However there are no cuts ulcers on the mouth of the female. Any test required ?
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Yes by exchange of body fluids
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Yes, HIV transmission through oral sex is possible, but the risk is generally low. The absence of cuts or ulcers in the female's mouth reduces the risk, but it does not eliminate it completely.
Is testing required?
If the male partner is HIV-positive and the female is HIV-negative:
4th-generation HIV test: at 6 weeks after exposure (highly reliable).
Repeat at 12 weeks (3 months): for definitive confirmation if advised by the treating doctor.
If the exposure occurred within the last 72 hours, seek medical care immediately to discuss PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis).
A few important questions:
Was the oral sex protected or unprotected?
Did ejaculation occur inside the mouth?
Is the HIV-positive partner on ART with an undetectable viral load (U=U)?
Early testing and timely medical advice are the safest steps.
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Do not worry no problem it is safe relax
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Yes 10% chances.
No 90% chances.
Y u indulge with a positive person???
Be safe....
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Yes HIV transmission through oral sex is extremely low risk but not absolutely zero.
If the exposure was recent, an HIV 4th-generation Ag/Ab test can be done testing around 6 weeks (45 days) is highly reliable.
If the exposure was within 72 hours seek an HIV/PEP evaluation.
Consider STI testing as appropriate.
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Dr. Tinkle Rani
Sexologist
9 yrs exp
New Delhi
If the HIV-positive male performed oral sex on the HIV-negative female (cunnilingus), the risk of HIV transmission is extremely low to essentially negligible, particularly when there are no oral ulcers, bleeding gums or open wounds in the mouth. HIV is not efficiently transmitted through saliva. The risk can be somewhat higher if there is blood exposure, open sores, or if the HIV-positive partner has a detectable viral load.
If the female performed oral sex on the HIV-positive male, the risk is still extremely low, although mouth-to-penis oral sex carries a slightly higher theoretical risk than cunnilingus.
Next Steps
If this was the only exposure, HIV testing is generally not urgently required purely because of oral sex. However, if there is anxiety or uncertainty about the exposure, a laboratory 4th-generation HIV Ag/Ab test can provide reassurance. A laboratory 4th-generation test generally detects HIV 18â45 days after exposure; antibody-only rapid tests have a longer window, up to 90 days. For better treatment and personalised guidance, you may connect with us at 9 3 1 5 6 6 1 5 6 5 for proper treatment and guidance.
Health Tips
The absence of mouth ulcers or cuts further reduces concern, but oral sex can transmit other STIs, including gonorrhoea, syphilis, herpes and chlamydia. Using a condom or dental dam during oral sex provides additional protection. If the HIV-positive partner is taking ART and has a confirmed undetectable viral load, HIV is not sexually transmitted (U=U), including through oral sex. Thank you
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Dr. Jyoti Sharma
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12 yrs exp
Rajkot
No but go for test if you have any doubt
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