i need to know if it is safe for a man to perform oral sex on an HIV infected partner?
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HIV is transmitted through blood, semen, vaginal secretions...so that means no oral...sorry. Don't think that precautions like "Dental Dams" are worth the risk, they aren't.
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An@l, Vaginal and/or Oral Sex can cause a person to be infected with the HIV virus.  In addition you may be infected with a large number of other Sexually Transmitted Diseases.\n\nI have included information from a web page of the Center for Disease Control.\n\n"Can I get HIV from anal sex?\n\nYes. In fact, unprotected (without a condom) anal sex (intercourse) is considered to be very risky behavior. It is possible for either sex partner to become infected with HIV during anal sex. HIV can be found in the blood, semen, pre-seminal fluid, or vaginal fluid of a person infected with the virus. In general, the person receiving the semen is at greater risk of getting HIV because the lining of the rectum is thin and may allow the virus to enter the body during anal sex. However, a person who inserts his penis into an infected partner also is at risk because HIV can enter through the urethra (the opening at the tip of the penis) or through small cuts, abrasions, or open sores on the penis.\n\nNot having (abstaining from) sex is the most effective way to avoid HIV. If people choose to have anal sex, they should use a latex condom. Most of the time, condoms work well. However, condoms are more likely to break during anal sex than during vaginal sex. Thus, even with a condom, anal sex can be risky. A person should use generous amounts of water-based lubricant in addition to the condom to reduce the chances of the condom breaking."
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yes u can, but only if u have sex with someone who is infected, u're more than lickly to get stds or something. u should always use protection so u don't get infectied
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HERE IS ONE RESPONSE SIMILIAR TO YOUR QUESTION:\n\nYou cannot get HIV from contact with saliva alone, so insertive oral sex (that is a man receiving oral sex) is safe. The only way insertive oral sex could present some risk is if your sex partner had sufficient amounts of blood in her mouth (from recent dental work or other dental problems for example) and your penis came into direct contact with blood. But you’d hopefully notice if your partner had blood in her mouth.\n\nYou can get other sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) from insertive oral sex. The more common ones include gonorrhea, chlamydia, and non-gonococcal urethritis (NGU). These usually can be treated easily with antibiotics. You may also get syphilis (which usually can be treated easily with antibiotics (if identified early enough) and herpes (which can’t be cured but can be treated). A useful table of STDs and associated risks can be found online. It also contains detailed information about each STD.\n\nHERE IS ONE MORE, POSSIBLY BETTER ANSWER:\n\nIt is possible for the person sucking to be infected, but it is generally thought to be rare. The risk is from the semen coming into contact with the mouth, gumline, and throat, which often have cuts or other infections that can facilitate transmission. For example, a throat infection, a chancre sore, a cut from a recent brushing or flossing. Safer oral sex would include\n\n  making sure your mouth is in good shape \n \n  inspecting the penis for any discharge or sores \n \n  not brushing or flossing for several hours before sex (use mouthwash instead) \n \n  sucking gently (i.e. no slamming agaist the back of your throat or using your teeth) \n \n  pulling out before ejaculation \n \n  sucking only the shaft \n \n  or using a condom (without any nasty tasting spermicide (nonoxynol-9) on it). \n \n\nPrecum can be infectious. For example, if the person has a secondary infection in their urethra, there would be lots of white blood cells fighting the infection in the tip of the urethra. These white blood cells would be pushed out first by the precum, and in this way, precum could potentially have a high concentration of HIV.
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This is crazy - of course STD's can be tranferred from oral! I hope u don't blow a guy with aids or syphillis. Also , watch out for bleeding gums and canker sores.
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Herpes is the big one. The only way you can gets aids from an oral transfer is if you have any sores in your mouth, on your lips,gums, tongue, etc. His infected fluids have to get into your bloodstream directly to infect you with aids.  You should not be giving oral sex to someone if you have the slightest suspicion they have something. They may look perfectly 'clean' and normal and still be carrying something. Take care of yourself.
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You need to ask your doctor this question!! I'm not really sure...but as far as I know, you can't get HIV from saliva!
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By ***** I assume unprotected sex. A girl can get AIDS (an infection caused by HIV - a virus called Human Immuno Defficiency Virus) from a person who is alredy infected. If the partner is not HIV +ve, then there's no question of getting AIDS from him/her. To get AIDS (HIV), partner has to be HIV +ve.\nWith HIV +ve partner, you can't indulge in such activities which involve transfer of fluids of any kind. mere hugging, chatting, talking, playing, exchanging clothes doesn't transfer any infection.\nAnd this applies to any partner whether man to man, woman to woman, man to woman. (Important)\nMost common ways of transferring HIV are:\nBlood transfusion\nPricking with the needles infected with HIV\nUnprotected Sex with HIV +ve partner\n\nPreventive Measure:\n1. Get screend for HIV, thats how we can contribute towards HIV free generation\n2. Transfusion of screend blood\n3. Use of Condoms during sex\n4. Use of sealed disposable syringes/razors/knives\nhope it helps
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Yes there is a possibility but it is very small becuase you can not tranmit hiv through saliva so the first thing that wouldneed to happen for you to get infected is that she would have to have an open wound infection or cut of any kind in her mouth there are however several other stds that are easy to transmit through oral sex so it is allways a good idea to use a condom
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well if you are really serious and would like the answer ..go to your nearest hospital and ask for a tour of their HIV and aids unit..and ask all the questions you can think of..aids can be harmfull to the soul and to others..its is the death of many and no one will stand up and challenge the medical world..always use condoms and never be afraid to stand and say what and who you  are..it is not a gay disease..it is life..can be passed from all types of sexual acts. know your partner even the silent side of them..everyone has played the field and the time of waiting is now..always be checked and your partner too..be safe and live for tomorrow..go anywhere and you will know at least one person who carries that secret..i have friends who have aids/HIV..and they are wonderful..and i have friends who have died from this same thing...check yourself..and ask the questions in your mind..
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it is a possibility he can get infected.  We have minute open cracks sometimes on our skin without even realizing it.  If those cracks come in contact with blood or body fluid that is infected with the HIV virus, then there is definitely a possibility of contracting HIV.  If the person that gave the man the oral sex has an open sore or wound that may not be visible, and if the person receiving also has a small open sore or wound that is not visible, then yes it is highly likely that the person can contract HIV.  It is always best to use protection, common sense and to be careful.
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Can I get HIV from kissing?\n\nOn the Cheek:\n\nHIV is not transmitted casually, so kissing on the cheek is very safe. Even if the other person has the virus, your unbroken skin is a good barrier. No one has become infected from such ordinary social contact as dry kisses, hugs, and handshakes.\n\nOpen-Mouth Kissing:\n\nOpen-mouth kissing is considered a very low-risk activity for the transmission of HIV. However, prolonged open-mouth kissing could damage the mouth or lips and allow HIV to pass from an infected person to a partner and then enter the body through cuts or sores in the mouth. Because of this possible risk, the CDC recommends against open-mouth kissing with an infected partner.\n\nOne case suggests that a woman became infected with HIV from her sex partner through exposure to contaminated blood during open-mouth kissing.\n\nFor more information refer to the July 11, 1997, Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report “Transmission of HIV Possibly Associated with Exposure of Mucous Membrane to Contaminated Blood” located at ftp://ftp.cdc.gov/pub/Publications/mmwr/wk/mm4627.pdf.\n\nCan I get HIV from oral sex?\n\nYes, it is possible for either partner to become infected with HIV through performing or receiving oral sex. There have been a few cases of HIV transmission from performing oral sex on a person infected with HIV. While no one knows exactly what the degree of risk is, evidence suggests that the risk is less than that of unprotected anal or vaginal sex.\n\nIf the person performing oral sex has HIV, blood from their mouth may enter the body of the person receiving oral sex through\n\n    * the lining of the urethra (the opening at the tip of the penis);\n    * the lining of the vagina or cervix;\n    * the lining of the anus; or\n    * directly into the body through small cuts or open sores. \n\nIf the person receiving oral sex has HIV, their blood, semen (cum), pre-seminal fluid (pre-cum), or vaginal fluid may contain the virus. Cells lining the mouth of the person performing oral sex may allow HIV to enter their body.\n\nThe risk of HIV transmission increases\n\n    * if the person performing oral sex has cuts or sores around or in their mouth or throat;\n    * if the person receiving oral sex ejaculates in the mouth of the person performing oral sex; or\n    * if the person receiving oral sex has another sexually transmitted disease (STD). \n\nNot having (abstaining from) sex is the most effective way to avoid HIV.\n\nIf you choose to perform oral sex, and your partner is male,\n\n    * use a latex condom on the penis; or\n    * if you or your partner is allergic to latex, plastic (polyurethane) condoms can be used. \n\nStudies have shown that latex condoms are very effective, though not perfect, in preventing HIV transmission when used correctly and consistently. If either partner is allergic to latex, plastic (polyurethane) condoms for either the male or female can be used. For more information about latex condoms, see "Male Latex Condoms and Sexually Transmitted Diseases."\n\nIf you choose to have oral sex, and your partner is female,\n\n    * use a latex barrier (such as a natural rubber latex sheet, a dental dam or a cut-open condom that makes a square) between your mouth and the vagina. A latex barrier such as a dental dam reduces the risk of blood or vaginal fluids entering your mouth. Plastic food wrap also can be used as a barrier. \n\nIf you choose to perform oral sex with either a male or female partner and this sex includes oral contact with your partners anus (analingus or rimming),\n\n    * use a latex barrier (such as a natural rubber latex sheet, a dental dam or a cut-open condom that makes a square) between your mouth and the anus. Plastic food wrap also can be used as a barrier.\n\nIf you choose to share sex toys with your partner, such as dildos or vibrators,\n\n    * each partner should use a new condom on the sex toy; and\n    * be sure to clean sex toys between each use.\n\nIf you
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What NURSE ANNIE says is true, but here's some practical real world advice:\nHIV is transmitted orally, although in specific parameters.\n- You can receive the virus performing oral sex on a man if:\n    1- You have braces.\n    2- you have any open sores or cuts in your mouth.\n    3- He cums in your mouth.\n    4- You swallow the ejaculate.\nSaliva and air kill the virus, as do the acids in your stomach and throat - still, it is best not take chances. You can perform oral sex on an infected penis - but use precautions. Do not swallow and/ or use a condom.\n\nPerforming oral sex on a woman, the same rules apply. IF you have open wounds or cuts or sores in your mouth, it is best to use a dental dam ( a flexible thin barrier).\n\nIn short - if you have a healthy mouth, you should be OK. Oral sex isn't considered risky behavior by most experts.  Be smart and protect yourself!
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I've gone to many research symposiums on this topic and it always frustrates me how terrified people are of HIV.  While HIV is a deadly/horrific disease, and we all should use protection, HIV is HORRIBLY INEFFICIENT (compared to other sexual viruses) at transmitting itself.  The HIV virus inactivates within minutes of being on a table, exposed to air etc.  In the world of viruses, it is ridiculously wimpy...you could interpret this as being in the presence of condoms etc. \n\nWhat you (more accurately) should be worried about is Herpes, random skin transfections (mollusca contagiosum etc), and Hepatitis.\n\nHepatitis C is usually extremely difficult to catch via sex, but it is hundreds of times more infective than HIV, so if you were doing anything else (heavy kissing, oral etc) there is a chance.  In other words, you could share a razor with a few drops of dried Hep.C blood and catch it, but you could share an old band-aid with many drops of dried HIV blood and you would most likely NOT ever catch anything.   \n\nHerpes can be transmitted VIA THE SKIN.  That's right.  Research says groin-area skin can continually be shedding viral "loads" onto another person in contact, so condoms would not prevent everything.  I wish more people knew this.  Simple skin-to-skin rubbing would be enough, depending on the person "shedding" the viral load.\n\nIn my opinion, wait 2-3 months (that's how long it takes to develop antibodies for most tests) and get tested for everything (HIV, Herpes, Hep. etc).  But, I would stop fretting about the HIV and start worrying about Herpes etc (more likely).  \n\nAnd please, if you want to see a prostitute that is your business and not my judgment.  However, if you ever decide to get in a relationship or have sex with a woman/man who is not a prostitute, please do them the service of getting tested for everything prior and confirming you are negative.
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Although this is not technically impossible, this is extremely unlikely.\nHIV needs blood or blood product transfer to be caught. An HIV infected person has very few viruses floating around in their blood and bodily fluids (compared to hepatitis, for example), so the chances that some of the virus was in the saliva on the cigarette and managed to get into the cut on your lip is very very slim. So unless you and the person you shared a cigarette with were both bleeding quite a bit, I wouldn't lose sleep over it. \nMy sister, a paramedic in NYC, has been covered with HIV positive blood twice that she knows of, and she is fine.  \nI'd worry about lung cancer from those cigarettes, though. :)
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There are a few STDs such as papillomavirus (warts) and herpes that you can easily acquire by oral contact.  While Hiv has been isolated from saliva, I have never heard of a case of someone getting it from making out.  I would only worry about that if you or the person you made out with had any open sores in your mouth or bad gingivitis (bleedy gums).  As AIDS is a syndrome resulting from HIV infection, all of the above applies to that.  My suggestion, be careful who you make out with, but don't worry.  Herpes and warts are treatable, and it is VERY unlikely you would get HIV from making out.  What a lot of people don't know though is that you can get HIV from oral sex!  So be careful!!!!
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Your husband should be fine.  HIV is a fragile virus and can't live outside of the body.  It dies almost instantly.  So any of the virus on the bloody clothes would be dead.  If your husband had an open wound and pressed it up against your sons open would, there maybe risk.  But he was perfectly safe handling the bloody clothes.  Still, its never a safe idea to touch blood without gloves on, regarless of if it is infected with HIV.\n\nAs far as kissing goes, you can't get HIV through kissing.  The only way there would even be a SMALL risk is if it was deep kissing and there was a lesion or cut in his gum so it was blood mixed with saliva.  Even then the risk is very small.  \n\nDon't worry, unless your husband is having unprotected sex with your son, or sharing needles with him, none of you are at rist.  \n\nI've included a link to some good information about HIV and its transmition.  Taken from that link is this information.  Visit the link to find out more.\n\nCan HIV spread through kissing? \nAnswer: Kissing such as on the cheek or lightly on the lips carries no risk of transmitting HIV. In deep kissing there is a small risk because the saliva of an infected person contains few virus particles which by itself is not sufficient to cause the infection. But there could be bleeding gums or ulcers in the mouth and exchange of infected saliva mixed with blood during kissing could transmit the HIV \n\n\nHow is HIV not transmitted?  \nAnswer: HIV cannot spread by casual contact such as touching, holding hands, body contact in crowded public places, shaking hands, working or playing together, sharing food, vessels and clothes, eating food cooked by an infected person, light kissing, mosquito and other insect bites, swimming pools, and toilets.  \n\nQuestion: How long can the virus live outside the human body? \nAnswer: The Human Immunodeficiency Virus is fragile. Once the virus is outside the body in a dry form, it dies immediately. Even in a wet state, it does not live long when exposed to heat, detergents, or disinfectants. When stored in blood banks at 4°C, it can live for about 3 weeks (or longer), or till the white cell disintegrates, but in a frozen state it can survive for years.