What are the chances of getting HIV from a razor cut while getting a shave at the barber, especially if I had pimples on my face at the time? Last month the barber did change the blade, but the razor was old, and there was a bit of blood which he cleaned off with water. I got an HIV 1 and 2 test done 37 days later, and the result came back negative. Should I be worried?

Dr Chandra P

General Practitioner

• MBBS
• 5+ Yrs

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HIV is not easily transmitted through razor cuts because the virus is fragile and does not survive long outside the body. Additionally, the virus cannot be transmitted through intact skin. As for the pimples on your face, they do not increase the risk of HIV transmission in this scenario. Since you have already tested negative for HIV 1 and 2 after 37 days, it is unlikely that you have contracted the virus from the incident you described. It is important to continue practicing safe hygiene practices and regular testing for sexually transmitted infections.

Answered 13 days ago