Can You Contract STDs from Kissing After a Lip Injury?
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) transmission Hello Doctor, I recently engaged the services of a foreign sex worker and used a condom throughout the entire process. During the encounter, I was asked for a wet kiss. However, due to a lack of sleep in the past few days, I hav...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
1. Most sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are commonly found in the perineal area, with another frequent site being the oral cavity. Engaging in oral sex without proper protection, such as a condom, can certainly increase the risk of acquiring STIs. 2. In addition to commo...[Read More] Can You Contract STDs from Kissing After a Lip Injury?
Can Urinal Splashing Transmit STDs? Understanding Your Health Concerns
Urinary issues? Hello doctor, I would like to ask if getting splashed by the water from a urinal on my genital area while using the restroom can transmit sexually transmitted infections or HIV? Additionally, I have been feeling warm at times when lying on the bed, but I don'...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
1. First, the definition of fever is a temperature greater than 37.5°C, and high fever is defined as greater than 38.3°C; however, it often varies from person to person, so comparing to one's own baseline is more accurate. 2. Generally, the water used to flush a urinal is n...[Read More] Can Urinal Splashing Transmit STDs? Understanding Your Health Concerns
Can I Transmit STDs to My Partner After Unprotected Sex?
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) transmission Hello, doctor. I would like to ask, if I had unprotected sex with a sex worker and it has been over two months since then, but I have no symptoms of any sexually transmitted infections (STIs), could I still transmit an STI to my...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
Of course, there is still a chance. Safe sexual practices include consistently using condoms, not sharing needles or drugs, and avoiding promiscuity. If you still have questions, you can consult with a nearby medical facility for advice and testing.[Read More] Can I Transmit STDs to My Partner After Unprotected Sex?
Post-Exposure Prophylaxis for STIs: Key Questions and Dietary Guidelines
Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) for Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about my situation. I had unprotected vaginal intercourse with an unfamiliar woman (without a condom and with ejaculation) and took PEP medication 25 hours later. I also h...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
1. There are no dietary restrictions while using the guitar vein; it can be used at any time or not used at all. 2. The protective effect of the hepatitis B vaccine diminishes over time; if you are required to work in a healthcare facility, it is recommended that you get tested...[Read More] Post-Exposure Prophylaxis for STIs: Key Questions and Dietary Guidelines
Can Sex Toys Transmit STDs? Understanding Safety and Hygiene Concerns
Can sex toys potentially lead to sexually transmitted infections (STIs)? Hello, I recently purchased a sexual wellness product online. The outer packaging appeared intact, but I later discovered that the inner packaging was damaged. I immediately washed the item and my hands with...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
Hello, the HIV virus is difficult to survive outside the human body, and the risk of infection is very low. It is recommended to wash and then disinfect with alcohol before use, and to pay attention to any damage to the skin or mucous membranes to reduce the risk of infection fro...[Read More] Can Sex Toys Transmit STDs? Understanding Safety and Hygiene Concerns
Timing for STD Testing: Understanding Risks and When to Get Checked
Timing for STI Screening Hello, Doctor: 1. I had sexual intercourse with an online acquaintance on May 27. The partner has multiple sexual partners. During our encounter, we took a bath together, and during oral sex, the male performed oral sex on the female without a condom, w...
Dr. Lin Wufu Reply:
Hello, 1. Individual intimate contacts have been studied regarding their transmission risks, but it is quite difficult to assess the overall risk of sexual intercourse. Essentially, HIV transmission requires contact between mucous membranes or broken skin and infected bodily fl...[Read More] Timing for STD Testing: Understanding Risks and When to Get Checked
Can You Get HIV or STDs from Contaminated Food with Mouth Sores?
About infections? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask, if food contains HIV, hepatitis B, C, or syphilis viruses, and I have a cut in my mouth that comes into contact with these viruses, will I contract these diseases? Thank you.
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, the situation you mentioned does not pose a risk of infection for these diseases. Thank you for your inquiry.[Read More] Can You Get HIV or STDs from Contaminated Food with Mouth Sores?
Can You Catch STDs or HIV from Microphones and Acne?
Infectious disease inquiries? Hello Doctor, today after lunch with my department, my supervisor invited us to go karaoke, which was a place similar to the one in "Light the Night." I touched the microphone while singing and drinking. I have some acne on my face, and alt...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, the situation you mentioned will not lead to an infection of sexually transmitted diseases or HIV, so there is no need to worry. Thank you.[Read More] Can You Catch STDs or HIV from Microphones and Acne?
Can You Get STDs from Contaminated Water? Understanding the Risks
Questions related to the possibility of syphilis or sexually transmitted infections (STIs)? If there was a small amount of contaminated blood in the bucket and after about an hour, you filled it with water without rinsing it out, then spilled it on your foot where you later disco...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, the situation you mentioned does not pose a risk for HIV, syphilis, or gonorrhea. Thank you for your inquiry.[Read More] Can You Get STDs from Contaminated Water? Understanding the Risks
Can STDs Spread Through Contaminated Showerheads? Prevention Tips
Questions about sexually transmitted infections (STIs) If a person with a sexually transmitted infection (STI) such as HIV, syphilis, or gonorrhea shaves in the bathroom and there is a trace of blood contamination on the showerhead, can another person become infected if they use ...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, the situation you described, where a small amount of blood sprays outside, is unlikely to pose an infection risk after a short period of time. It should not lead to the transmission of the sexually transmitted infections you mentioned. As for the showerhead, it is advisabl...[Read More] Can STDs Spread Through Contaminated Showerheads? Prevention Tips
Can STDs Spread Through Shared Laundry? Understanding the Risks
Questions about sexually transmitted infections (STIs) If a person with a sexually transmitted infection (STI) has their clothing contaminated with bodily fluids such as semen, and these clothes are washed together with others in a washing machine using a mild detergent without b...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, you mentioned that the situation does not pose a risk of sexually transmitted infections, including syphilis, HIV, or genital warts, and that they are unlikely to be transmitted. Thank you for your inquiry.[Read More] Can STDs Spread Through Shared Laundry? Understanding the Risks
Can STDs Be Transmitted Through Contaminated Shower Heads?
Questions about sexually transmitted infections (STIs) Is there a possibility of contracting a sexually transmitted infection (STI) if a showerhead comes into contact with a small amount of urine from a previous user (since they did not use the toilet flushing mechanism but inste...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, the situation you mentioned will not lead to the transmission of the sexually transmitted infections you referred to, so there is no need to worry. Thank you for your question.[Read More] Can STDs Be Transmitted Through Contaminated Shower Heads?
Managing Anxiety and Health Issues: A Guide for Chronic Symptoms
Years of anxiety and restlessness? Unexplained weight loss (notable thinning of the waist, abdomen, thighs, and calves), frequent dry throat and pain during sleep, muscle soreness, recurrent oral ulcers affecting the tongue and gums that persist, healing only to break out again a...
Dr. Zeng Guosen Reply:
The user is experiencing muscle soreness, recurrent ulcers in the mouth, tongue, and gums, and sometimes has a low-grade fever ranging from 37.0 to 37.5 degrees Celsius, indicating a chronic inflammation issue. It is recommended to consult with an immunologist for a thorough eval...[Read More] Managing Anxiety and Health Issues: A Guide for Chronic Symptoms
Risks of Hair Salon Razors: Can You Contract HIV or STDs?
Razor used in hair salons? Hello, Director. When I went to the hair salon for a haircut, the stylist used a razor at the end to shape my face. The previous user had their service about 2-3 minutes before me, and the stylist did not disinfect the razor after use. After getting my ...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
According to information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are three main routes of HIV transmission: A. Sexual transmission: Engaging in oral, anal, or vaginal intercourse or other exchanges of bodily fluids with an HIV-infected individual carries a risk...[Read More] Risks of Hair Salon Razors: Can You Contract HIV or STDs?
Can STDs Be Transmitted Through Small Wounds? Understanding the Risks
The possibility of sexually transmitted infections being transmitted through wounds? Hello, doctor. A few days ago, I asked a question: During a high school experiment, I used a clean, newly opened lancet to prick my finger, resulting in a small wound that bled a few drops. If th...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
A. According to data from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) in Taiwan, the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is transmitted through contact with blood or bodily fluids (semen, vaginal secretions, breast milk) that come into contact with mucous membranes or open skin wounds. ...[Read More] Can STDs Be Transmitted Through Small Wounds? Understanding the Risks
Can Syphilis or STDs Be Transmitted Through Indirect Contact?
Syphilis or sexually transmitted infection (STI) I would like to ask the doctor if it is possible to contract genital warts or syphilis in this situation. I purchased a contouring scissor online, and it was left for three days before I used it. When I opened it, it appeared to ha...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, the cauliflower or syphilis you mentioned is primarily transmitted through sexual intercourse. The speculation you referred to about transmission through contact is unlikely. I suggest not to worry excessively. Thank you for your question.[Read More] Can Syphilis or STDs Be Transmitted Through Indirect Contact?
Understanding Normal Variations in Genital Appearance: A Medical Perspective
What are the issues related to the reproductive organs? Hello doctor, I visited a urologist at the end of 2019 because I noticed a yellowish-white spot on the surface of my glans. Sometimes, when I shower, it appears less noticeable, and I feel like it varies between being obviou...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, based on the image, it appears to be some glands on the glans rather than an infectious disease. If there have been no significant changes over the past two years, it is advisable to simply monitor the situation unless there are any notable changes that would require a fol...[Read More] Understanding Normal Variations in Genital Appearance: A Medical Perspective
Concerns About STDs After Potential Exposure: What You Need to Know
Concerned about sexually transmitted infections (STIs)? Hello, Doctor: About four months ago, I met a male friend online and during our encounter, he inserted his finger into my anus while he masturbated and ejaculated (he was wearing a condom; I asked him afterward, and he said ...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, acne is usually caused by hot and humid weather leading to folliculitis, which should not be related to sexually transmitted infections. However, the process you described may indeed indicate unsafe sexual behavior. It would be advisable to consi...[Read More] Concerns About STDs After Potential Exposure: What You Need to Know
Can STDs Be Transmitted Through Contaminated Drinks?
Questions about the transmission of sexually transmitted infections (STIs)? I would like to ask the doctor: If someone intentionally adds bodily fluids containing sexually transmitted infections to a drink, would an unsuspecting person who consumes it become infected with HIV, sy...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, the three sexually transmitted infections you mentioned cannot be transmitted through diet, so there is no need to worry. Thank you for your question.[Read More] Can STDs Be Transmitted Through Contaminated Drinks?
Can STDs Like Syphilis and Gonorrhea Spread Through Contaminated Food?
Questions about the transmission of sexually transmitted infections (STIs)? Infections such as syphilis, gonorrhea, and genital warts are primarily transmitted through sexual contact and are not typically spread through food. If bodily fluids from an infected person, such as bloo...
Dr. Hong Yuanbin Reply:
Hello, sexually transmitted infections, including syphilis, are not transmitted through food. Please don't worry, and thank you for your question.[Read More] Can STDs Like Syphilis and Gonorrhea Spread Through Contaminated Food?