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Home / Answered Questions / I am a seamen I had oral sex giving & receving form sex worker I had just cut in my upper lips was not fresh can and I dont know her hiv status can I be infected please help I am worried

I am a seamen I had oral sex giving & receving form sex worker I had just cut in my upper lips was not fresh can and I dont know her hiv status can I be infected please help I am worried

Hello and thanks for your question. The sexual activity you describe is not considered a high risk for HIV transmission. If your sexual practice includes activities with sex workers, then having routine STI testing every 3-6 months is recommended. Hope this helps. Health Nurse