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Can A Lesbian Get HIV?

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 It is possible for people of any sexual orientation to get HIV. However, HIV transmission may be more likely with certain types of sexual contact.

In the United States in 2019, 84%Trusted Source of new diagnoses of HIV in people assigned female at birth were due to heterosexual contact. The second most common transmission method was injection drug use.

These statistics used sex assigned at birth and included transgender people.

 It is possible for someone to get HIV when certain bodily fluids containing the virus come into direct contact with damaged tissues or mucous membranes, which are present inside the mouth, anus, and vagina.

Bodily fluids that can transmit HIV include:

  • semen and pre-seminal fluid
  • blood
  • vaginal fluid
  • rectal fluids
  • breastmilk

Although extremely rareTrusted Source, it is possible for HIV to transmit during the following activities:

  • oral sex, if people have mouth ulcers, genital sores, or bleeding gums
  • a workplace injury from needles or sharp objects that may have traces of blood containing the virus
  • medical care
  • biting that involves extensive skin damage and blood
  • deep, open-mouth kissing if the people have bleeding gums or mouth sores
  • cosmetic procedures, tattoos, and piercings, if any of the equipment contains blood with HIV

It is not possible to transmit HIV through any of the following:

  • saliva
  • tears
  • sweat
  • sharing dishes
  • closed-mouth kissing
  • hugging or shaking hands
  • sharing toilet seats
  • through the air

People can learn their HIV status by testing for the infection. According to a 2023 study, testing was more prevalent among lesbian or bisexual females in the United States than heterosexual females.

People can also take steps to prevent HIV, regardless of their sexual orientation. Tips for preventing and reducing the risk of HIV include:

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