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Can A Child Born To An HIV Positive Parent Contract HIV?

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Question : If a birth mother tests negative for HIV on July 24th which is the same day that she gives birth to her son (her lesbian partner is positive) via a c section , is it possible that the baby could still contract HIV?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Monika Dede (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
There exist a low possibility that her baby to get HIV.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thank you writing in healthcare magic.

Based on her history ,she is HIV negative in the moment of birth I think exist a very low possibility that his baby to get HIV infection.

I hope my answer help you.
Regards.
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Can A Child Born To An HIV Positive Parent Contract HIV?

Brief Answer: There exist a low possibility that her baby to get HIV. Detailed Answer: Hello, Thank you writing in healthcare magic. Based on her history ,she is HIV negative in the moment of birth I think exist a very low possibility that his baby to get HIV infection. I hope my answer help you. Regards.