Education: MD DVL., DNB DVL
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Dr. Rakesh Kumar Bahunuthula is a well-experienced Cosmetologist with 11 years of clinical experience. He completed his MD DVL from the National Board of Examinations in 2012. He then completed his...
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I had a cut behind my ear during a recent visit to the dentist. The dentist touched my ear, not directly on the cut but higher up. Later when I returned home, about 45 minutes later, I used 95 percent alcohol on my fingers to clean the area the dentist touched. After sanitizing my fingers again with alcohol, I touched the wound behind my ear with the same fingers. I am concerned if there is any possibility of transmitting viruses, such as HIV, through these actions. Please help.
Thank you in advance.
Hi,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
I read your query and understand your concern.
HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) cannot survive outside the human body or on any surfaces. In the scenario you described, it is not possible to transmit the HIV in such a way. Transmission of HIV requires direct and immediate exchange of body fluids. Therefore, there is no need to worry any further, and you would not require any testing.
I hope this helps.
Please feel free to ask if you have any further questions.
Thank you.
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