Herpes After Licking Genital Worried I Have HIV

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Herpes Simplex (Cold Sores and Genital Herpes)

What Is Herpes? Herpes simplex refers to a group of viruses that infect humans. Like herpes zoster (shingles, see Fact Sheet 509 ), herpes simplex causes painful skin eruptions. Itching and tingling are usually the first signs, followed by a blister that breaks open. The infection stays dormant in nerve cells. This is called "latency." However, it can become active again with no warning. Herpes can be active without symptoms or visible signs....

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HIV infection by licking pussy , sucking nipples ?

Hi , I need a urgent help.History/Background : I had sex with a sex-worker 8 days back.I used condom for the intercourse.But in foreplay i licked the pussy and sucked her nipples.Issue/Reason for Worry: From next day morning I had watery...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hi,Cunnilingus ("licking the pussy") carries only a very low risk for HIV acquisition. See below. "Sucking nipples" is not considered an HIV risk.Regarding your "sexologist," I have several concerns:1. HIV-antibody... Read more »

Risk from massage and having anus licked "Anxiety and guilt is killing me doctor, pls help"

I went to a massage parlour in singapore and opted for nuru-gel massage. I am very worried now, please go through the sequence of events and help me out,(1) she greeted, shake of hands, holding hands going to a room.(2) chatting with her, observe...

Response from Erik Glenn, M.A.

Chicago Black Gay Mens Caucus

Thanks for your question,I'm sorry to hear that this has been giving you so much grief lately. I can assure you that you were at <b>no risk</b> for HIV from the this.I can tell from the amount of detail you've included in your... Read more »

Ryan handjob and licking question

Ryan,Thank you for being a place to turn when there is no other place.I recently was give a handjob by an adult entertainer at a Bachelor Party. While she performed the act she also licked and sucked my legs, neck and scrotum. This is not my...

Response from Ryan M. Kull, C.S.W

Columbia University's Health & Related Services

You are at low-risk for STIs. If the Internet is driving you crazy, stop reading things on the Internet! Spending too much time on the Internet can exacerbate a person's anxiety, and if it is interfering with your day-to-day life, you may want... Read more »

Can a pet licking sweat or a cut from a HIV positve persons skin cause them to get sick or even HIV but in animal form whatever that may be? (CATS AND DOGS AND HIV, 2009)

Hello there. This may sound like a weird question but I have to ask because the only way to know is to ask, also someone else may be wondering the same thing. First of all I am currently on meds and undectable my question doesn't pertain to...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hi,Actually you are certainly not the only one wondering if Toto or Miss Kitty could be at risk. In fact we have an entire chapter in the archives of this forum devoted to animal HIV transmission. I'll reprint below some information from those... Read more »

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licking a prostitute??

Posted by needhelp1111

hi, ill try and explain as much as i can!

3 days ago i went to a massage parlour, i had a prostitute that placed a condom on me for oral sex so i know this isnt an issue...but, she also went into the 69 position on me and i did for a few seconds lick... Read more »

Can i get HIV if i lick a vaginal fluid on-----

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Hi can i get hiv if i lick a fresh vaginal fluid on her underwear Read more »

genital herpes or herpes simplex

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Could herpes cause changes in your mouth like dry mouth, white hairy tongue? Thanks for your response.

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ass licking??

Posted by jon1989, 4 Replies

Hi,
Long story short. I went into a video book-store. i get in the booth and the guy starts using poppers, and he eats my ass. now should i be worry at all assuming if he had any std or hiv/aids . if i had any cuts inside my ass or anything would i... Read more »

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