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I received a hand job from a masseuse 6 weeks ago, I also masturbated her by using my thumb rubbing externally on her clitoris, there were some little moist from her on my thumb. However there is no wound or sores on my thumb, so the question is can I get HIV? I'm so worried, can I get tested after 6 weeks of contact?
Dear Jon:
Peace. Your risk lies with the amount and duration of your exposure to her fluids (moistness) if she is infected, and the integrity of the skin on the hand which you used. From what you describe, I don't see significant risk; testing at 6 weeks should give you a reliable result.
Best to you and yours,
Terry
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Terry B
Expertise
Help in assessing personal and professional risk of HIV transmission; tips in teaching about HIV/AIDS; cultural competency for teaching about HIV/AIDS in Catholic settings; considerations in US and overseas HIV/AIDS programs and education for health and other professionals. Specific questions about treatment should be referred to your health provider; opinions and information offered are not meant to replace medical advice
Experience
Seven years with academic medical center and national AIDS education and training center, seven subsequent years with focus on international HIV/AIDS in East and South Africa. Former clinician, bioethics preceptor at an academic medical center and presenter in wide range of fora including international AIDS conference.
Organizations
Disabled American Veterans
American Public Health Association
MENSA
AA
Publications
Human Variety, EC Sociological Society
Proceedings of the International AIDS Conference, Durban, South Africa
"HIV and Primary Care"
Education/Credentials
BS Psychology
MPH Master of Public Health
PhD studies underway
Awards and Honors
Naval School of Health Sciences, Hospital Corps with Highest Honors, Neuropsychiatry with Honors and High Distinction
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