For example, most people understand that you’re able to’t get HIV from utensils.
It is these doubts, often unspoken, that fuel misconceptions about the disease.
Exposure to the virus does not mean that an infection will occur.
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While a single sexual exposure may result in an infection, it often doesn’t.
And there are many reasons for this.
However, worldwide, breastfeeding still contributes to nearly 50% of pediatric HIV infections.
you could also get other sexually transmitted infections from oral sex.
Tattooing and piercing are also unlikely sources of transmission.
The only known cases involved injections in unsafe and uncontrolled environments.
You cannot get HIV fromdonating blood.
Perhaps the person was involved in a fight or came into contact with someone who was bleeding.
Others may worry about having deep kissed someone who may have HIV.
If started within 72 hours of a suspected exposure, PEP may be able to avert the infection.
Summary
HIV is primarily transmitted through anal sex, vaginal sex, and shared needles or syringes.
Not every exposure results in an infection.
If started within 72 hours, PEP may be able to avert the infection.
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