[Question #14019] STD Risk if any

25 days ago

Good afternoon doctors,

I am sorry to return and thank you for all you do. This question is just for reassurance as I have browsed through a bunch of different threads and just want to get assurance that my assumption this encounter was essentially no risk is correct. Went to a massage parlor this morning. The masseuse spit on my genitals twice and I immediately asked her to stop. She then gave me a handjob with whatever saliva came out as lube. I then received oral sex with a plastic covering and it appeared to remain intact for the 2-3 minute duration. After reviewing the threads it appears I am at zero risk? My major concern would be hsv2 which given the circumstances seems like zero risk but just want your input if there are any other std I should be worried about or if I should test. Thank you again in advance

Edward W. Hook M.D.

25 days ago

Welcome back to the Forum. It is my pleasure to provide you with the reassurance you seek. This was a no risk encounter. HIV and other STIs are not transmitted in saliva, nor by receipt of masturbation, even if a partner's genital secretions (or saliva) are on their hands. The plastic wrap provides further protection although a condom would be preferrable. HSV-2 is virtually never transmitted by oral sex and is not a concern. The only form of herpes transmitted through receipt of oral sex is HSC-1 which over 60% of people already have. I woul dhave no concerns and see no medical reason for testing. EWH---