Understanding HIV Risks: Safe Sex Practices and Concerns
HIV/AIDS issues Hello doctor, I would like to ask about having sexual intercourse. During the process, I wore a condom but didn't feel much sensation. After removing the condom and continuing for a few minutes before ejaculation, is there a risk of sexually transmitted infec...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, removing the condom is considered unsafe sexual behavior, so based on the process you described, there is indeed a risk of contracting an infection. Thank you for your question.[Read More] Understanding HIV Risks: Safe Sex Practices and Concerns
Should You Get Tested for HIV After Unprotected Oral Sex?
HIV infection Hello doctor, I would like to ask you a question. My girlfriend and I have both tested negative for HIV in the past. We engaged in oral sex without using a condom, but my girlfriend has recently developed symptoms that are suggestive of acute HIV infection, such as ...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, if you have suspected symptoms, it is indeed advisable to go to the hospital for a detailed examination. This is because it is difficult to differentiate HIV from other viral infections based solely on symptoms. Thank you for your inquiry.[Read More] Should You Get Tested for HIV After Unprotected Oral Sex?
Can You Catch Infectious Diseases by Shaking Hands with a Cut?
Shaking hands with an open wound and infectious diseases? Hello Doctor: I accidentally scratched my finger while working. The wound is about 1 square centimeter and has slight bleeding. Since I didn't have a band-aid on hand, I continued working and even shook hands with unf...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, "HIV is difficult to transmit through contact unless there are open wounds and exposure to a significant amount of bodily fluids." This is accurate; based on the situation you described, there would be no risk of contracting a sexually transmitted infection or HI...[Read More] Can You Catch Infectious Diseases by Shaking Hands with a Cut?
Understanding HIV Transmission Risks: Common Misconceptions Explained
HIV Issues 1. If my hands have touched money or many objects, and then I touch my vagina or eyes, can I get infected with HIV? If there are blood or bodily fluids on my hands, does touching my mucous membranes count as contact with blood and bodily fluids? 2. If my hair or body ...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, the situations you described do not involve contact with body fluids that can transmit HIV, so you should not contract the disease. Thank you for your question.[Read More] Understanding HIV Transmission Risks: Common Misconceptions Explained
Understanding HIV Transmission Risks with Shared Sex Toys
Re: Sharing a Fleshlight 2 Hello, doctor. I apologize for bothering you again regarding the three questions from last time: Q1: If the previous user was infected with HIV, what is the likelihood of transmission? Q2: If the semen was not dry when obtained, will the semen that d...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, Q1. The amount of HIV virus in the semen of each HIV patient can vary depending on their immune status and whether they are receiving treatment, so the risk of infection depends on the HIV status of the partner. Q2. As long as there is semen, there is a potential risk ...[Read More] Understanding HIV Transmission Risks with Shared Sex Toys
Can Using a Shared Masturbation Cup Increase HIV Risk?
Regarding the sharing of masturbation cups, is there a risk of contracting HIV? The first use was about 9 hours after obtaining it. Before use, I tested the interior with my finger, and it was dry with no fluid. During the first use, I wore a condom and applied lubricant. Afterwa...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, since I am unaware of how previous individuals used it, I cannot assess the risk of HIV infection. Thank you for your inquiry.[Read More] Can Using a Shared Masturbation Cup Increase HIV Risk?
Understanding HIV Transmission Risks with Shared Sex Toys
Re: Sharing of Fleshlight Q1: If the previous user was infected with HIV, what is the likelihood of transmission? Q2: If the semen was not dry at the time of collection, will the semen that dries 9 hours later still be infectious? Q3: If the interior is dry, does that mean th...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, both Q1 and Q2 situations carry a risk of infection, and the probability depends on the amount of HIV virus present in the partner's semen. As for Q3, it depends on whether there was contact with the semen; if there was contact, it is considered similar to the Q1 and ...[Read More] Understanding HIV Transmission Risks with Shared Sex Toys
Managing Post-HIV Test Anxiety and Skin Conditions: A Comprehensive Guide
HIV testing-related sequelae? Dear Dr. Hong, Hello. Over a month ago, I consulted you about HIV screening. As you anticipated, the HIV antigen-antibody rapid test result was negative 92 days after the sexual encounter, which allows me to rule out HIV. However, these past three m...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, high stress levels can indeed lead to the occurrence of folliculitis. Dermatologists typically prescribe symptomatic medications, but the most important factors are regulating your daily routine, managing stress, and engaging in moderate exercise. If these methods do not i...[Read More] Managing Post-HIV Test Anxiety and Skin Conditions: A Comprehensive Guide
Understanding Infection Risks: Common Concerns and Misconceptions
Infection concerns? 1. Today, I stepped on an unidentified substance on the road that resembled bird droppings. Is there a risk of splatter causing an infection with any unknown diseases? Can animal feces transmit any diseases? 2. My face and mouth came into contact with an iden...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, 1. The highest risk of avian infection typically occurs through close contact with birds; the chance of infection through splatter, as you described, is low. 2. The likelihood of contracting HIV through the contact you described is very low. 3. None of these contacts w...[Read More] Understanding Infection Risks: Common Concerns and Misconceptions
Understanding HIV Infection Risks from Urine and Blood Splash
Urinary blood splatter? 1. If urine containing HIV splashes onto your vaginal mucosa, there is a risk of infection. However, HIV is primarily transmitted through direct contact with infected bodily fluids, such as blood, semen, vaginal fluids, or breast milk. The risk of transmis...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, 1. The amount of HIV in urine is very low, so the exposure to urine you described would not result in HIV infection. 2. Blood can only transmit HIV if it enters the bloodstream through transfusion or injection; the exposure situation you described is unlikely to result in ...[Read More] Understanding HIV Infection Risks from Urine and Blood Splash
Understanding Blood and Body Fluid Infections: Risks and Transmission
Blood and body fluid infections 1. In general circumstances, when injecting medication into a patient's arm, is it possible for blood to spray outwards after the needle is withdrawn? Is there likely to be residual blood on the needle? Could blood potentially reach my eyes fr...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, the likelihood of contracting HIV or hepatitis in the situations you mentioned is very low, so there is no need to worry. Hepatitis C is primarily transmitted through blood, and the chances of infection through other factors are very low. Thank you for your question.[Read More] Understanding Blood and Body Fluid Infections: Risks and Transmission
Understanding HIV Testing and Risks for Newborns and Adolescents
HIV/AIDS..? Is it possible to know if a newborn has HIV right after birth? If a person has not contracted HIV for over a decade, does that mean they are HIV-negative (considering no sexual activity)? If someone performs oral sex without a condom and does not ejaculate in the part...
Dr. Xie Rongyuan Reply:
Hello: In response to your inquiry, please find the information below: HIV can only be confirmed through blood testing, with the most accurate testing time being three months after engaging in high-risk behaviors. The transmission routes of the HIV virus include blood, semen, and...[Read More] Understanding HIV Testing and Risks for Newborns and Adolescents
Understanding HIV Transmission Risks: Common Questions Answered
Issues related to HIV/AIDS? 1. Can HIV or syphilis be present on bags, clothing, or mobile phones? If I touch or sit on them, can I get infected? If these items are contaminated with blood or bodily fluids, is there a risk of infection if I come into contact with them? 2. If the...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, regarding the situations you described in points 1-4, the chances of contracting HIV are extremely low. As for point 5, the risk associated with needle stick injuries is also very low. HIV is primarily transmitted through sexual contact, and the risk of transmission in dai...[Read More] Understanding HIV Transmission Risks: Common Questions Answered
Understanding HIV Testing for Newborns and Risk Factors Explained
HIV/AIDS (Human Immunodeficiency Virus/Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) I would like to ask if a newborn can know whether they have HIV. If they haven't had it for over ten years, does that mean they are free of it? (There was no sexual intercourse...) I performed oral se...
Dr. Su Zhehong Reply:
Mucosal contact can lead to transmission, but the likelihood of exposure to bodily fluids is generally higher. The incubation period can exceed 10 years, typically ranging from 5 to 10 years. If you have concerns, you can consult an infectious disease specialist for evaluation or...[Read More] Understanding HIV Testing for Newborns and Risk Factors Explained
Understanding HIV and Syphilis Transmission Risks: Common Concerns Addressed
Questions about HIV transmission? 1. If you have touched many objects and people today without washing your hands and then directly touched your vagina, is there a risk of contracting HIV or syphilis? 2. If you change clothes at home and your feet, which may not be clean, come ...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, the four situations you mentioned are all common encounters in daily life, and none of them would lead to HIV infection. Thank you for your question.[Read More] Understanding HIV and Syphilis Transmission Risks: Common Concerns Addressed
Understanding Blood Infection Risks: Acne Wounds and HIV Exposure
Regarding the previous issue of blood infection? Thank you for your detailed explanation last time. I would like to ask: 1. If the acne wound is bleeding, is it still okay if my face comes into contact with someone else's blood? If both of us are bleeding, is there a risk ...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, 1. Because the wounds from acne are relatively small, the infection risk you mentioned is still low. 2. There is indeed a risk of infection from a needle stick contaminated with HIV-infected blood, but the probability is much lower than that of blood transfusions or sharin...[Read More] Understanding Blood Infection Risks: Acne Wounds and HIV Exposure
Understanding HIV Transmission Risks from Blood and Wound Contact
Wound blood infection 1. I previously inquired whether acne, being a minor wound, is not capable of transmitting HIV. However, if the other person's blood were to come into contact with my face, would that still not pose a risk? In cases where the acne was squeezed and bled,...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, 1. Acne wounds are considered minor, so the risk of infection is relatively low. 2. The two most common situations for bloodborne infections you are referring to are: first, accidentally receiving a blood transfusion from contaminated blood with HIV; second, sharing nee...[Read More] Understanding HIV Transmission Risks from Blood and Wound Contact
Understanding Blood Exposure Risks: Can You Contract HIV?
Encountering concerns of a blood infection? Today, it seems that my face and hair accidentally came into contact with a friend's small bleeding wound. I would like to ask if there is a risk of HIV infection if my face or hair inadvertently touches or comes into contact with ...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, 1. Small wounds like acne will not transmit HIV, and contact with hair will not pose a risk either, so there is no need to worry. 2. Masks are primarily used to prevent droplet transmission; to prevent bloodborne infections, it is essential to avoid sharing needles. Thank ...[Read More] Understanding Blood Exposure Risks: Can You Contract HIV?
Understanding Bloodborne Infection Risks: HIV and Skin Contact
Blood infection Previously, it was mentioned that acne does not transmit HIV, but what if acne on the face accidentally comes into contact with HIV-infected blood? Would there be a risk of exposure? Isn't it true that HIV can be transmitted through blood if it enters an open...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, 1. The minor wounds you described, including acne scars, will not become infected with HIV through contact, so there is no need to worry. 2. Avoiding mucosal contact with the HIV virus can reduce the risk of infection. Thank you for your question.[Read More] Understanding Bloodborne Infection Risks: HIV and Skin Contact
Concerns About Infection After Picking Up Trash: What You Should Know
Please consult a doctor for your questions? Hello doctor, I am a freshman this year. During class today, I noticed that last week there was some trash or a bag left under the seat next to me. Today, I sat next to a different person, but the trash ended up being kicked in front of...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, you noticed a small abrasion on your hand after picking up trash and are concerned about potential injury during the process. Theoretically, unless the trash contained sharp objects that were contaminated with blood, the risk of infection is mini...[Read More] Concerns About Infection After Picking Up Trash: What You Should Know