Can You Get AIDS From a Hand Job?
HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) and AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome) are potentially life-threatening sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Although many people assume that a hand job is safe, transmission of HIV and AIDS can theoretically occur while giving or receiving a hand job.
How Can Transmission Occur?
The risk of HIV or AIDS transmission during a hand job is extremely low, however, as with any sexual activity, there is a risk of transmission if there is bleeding, cuts, or open sores on the hands, penis, or vagina that come in contact with each other.
Any open sore, cut, wound, or chaffed area on the hands, penis, or vagina can theoretically act as a point of infection, even if the sore, cut, or wound is not directly noticed.
What Can You Do To Avoid Risk of Transmission?
The following preventive measures can reduce the risk of HIV/AIDS transmission through a hand job:
- Wash Hands With Soap and Hot Water: Any visible cuts, sores, or wounds should be cleaned before giving or receiving a hand job.
- Use Condoms: Always use condoms during a hand job, especially if the penis is not circumcised. Properly use a new condom for each act of intercourse.
- Avoid Contact With Blood or Bodily Fluids: Blood or bodily fluids should never come in contact with the hands, penis, or vagina during a hand job.
- Be Mindful of Personal Hygiene: Wash hands before and after a hand job, and use antibacterial products to help reduce the risk of infection.
- Be Aware of Oral Sex: Oral sex carries a higher risk of HIV/AIDS transmission, so it should be avoided with a partner you do not know HIV status.
In conclusion, although the risk of HIV and AIDS transmission through a hand job is very low, it is important to take protective measures and be aware of any potential risks. By following these simple steps, you and your partner can help reduce the risk of transmission and enjoy a safer and healthier experience.