Monday, March 28, 2011

For HIV/AIDS experts only... Can you acquire HIV from a HIV infected man who performs oral sex on you

For HIV/AIDS experts only... Can you acquire HIV from a HIV infected man who performs oral sex on you?
I am a man. This gay man performed oral sex on me yesterday. I fear he has HIV. I do not know what to do. Should i consult a doctor immediately?
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1 :
just go to the doctor they can help you more than any of us can. (however, i think you should be fine.....as long as it wasn't genital to genital...or you giving him oral sex....but like i said...it's probably best to go to the doctor just to make sure....)
2 :
The only way that he could have transmitted the HIV virus is if his gums were bleeding. The virus is not present in saliva. If you have contracted it (most likely haven't though) an HIV screen isn't going to pick it up for perhaps several weeks though because the screen only detects the antibodies that you will make towards the virus. You might want to go to you doctor and tell him your concerns and ask if he could do an HIV by PCR. That test DIRECTLY picks up the HIV virus's genetic material instead of the antibodies you make to it. My guess is that you really have nothing to worry about if the guy wasn't actively bleeding in his mouth.
3 :
Yes, 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. If the person performing oral sex has HIV, blood from their mouth may enter the body of the person receiving oral sex through * the lining of the urethra (the opening at the tip of the penis); * the lining of the vagina or cervix; * the lining of the anus; or * directly into the body through small cuts or open sores. The best and safest thing to do is go get yourself checked out.
4 :
yes,cause theres no telling what he have in his body and thats nasty anyway. so go see a doctor immediately.
5 :
It has never been documented before. The activity you described would be placed in the theoretical risk category (below low risk). No one can say you can't get it from that activity because there could be an exchange of his body fluids. He would have to be visibly bleeding from the mouth AND your genitals would have to be compromised in some way (cuts, tears, STIs, etc.,). And remember, that you do not even know his HIV status for sure. I wouldn't worry about it, but it is always a good idea to get tested for HIV regularly anyway. So, take this as an opportunity to get tested. Just because this activity was very very low risk, doesn't mean other activities you have engaged in are as low risk. Get tested annually regardless of your perceived risk. That is your best bet.
6 :
Im not an expert But i have learned alot on the topic. Some Dr. will tell you oral sex is not a threat. I believe there would be a small chance. very small chance. For one, you dont know that he has hiv, for 2 you dont know if there was a cute, or blood, and you dont know if you came in contact with it, With the chance being so small I wouldnt worrie a lot. get tested, but remember there is a window period, so testing wouldnt be accurate untill 6 more weeks, good luck
7 :
Yes consult a doctor. You can get prophylactic anti-retroviral drugs to prevent an infection from being established. It's standard routine for medical workers who are exposed. But you have to do it quickly.

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