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Can a hiv virus gets transmitted by the razor used at the barber's shop??? Please elaborate...

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Dr. Saurav Kumar

Sexologist 13 yrs exp Noida

Hello! HIV virus can’t survive in air so the chances of transmission is very low in case of spreading through razor blade however precaution is always better than cure so you should always check that the barber is changing the blade and cleaning the razor properly

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Chances are low. However would need some further details on your issue for better evaluation. Basis which we help you.

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