I recently had an encounter with a sex worker, and while I was with her, I accidentally got a couple of drops of her breast milk in my mouth. Now I'm worriedif she happens to be HIV positive, is there a risk of infection from this? Should I get tested for HIV just to be sure? Would love some advice on what to do next.

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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If the person is HIV positive, the risk of transmission through breast milk is generally low, especially if there are no visible sores or open wounds in the mouth. However, it's always a good idea to consult a healthcare provider and consider getting tested for HIV to ensure peace of mind and early detection.

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