Can HIV Be Contracted Through Oral Sex?

Posted on Mon, 7 Aug 2017

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Mon, 7 Aug 2017 Answered on

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Question : Dear Dr,

I had oral sex with a towel on my penis is it a risk for STDs.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
oral sex carries a low risk of STDs

Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thank you for writing to us

I am Dr. Kakkar (Dermatologist and Venereologist). I have gone through your query and I have noted your concern.
Oral sex carries a very low risk though a towel or cloth is not considered an ideal barrier against transmission of STDs.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad