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Please suggest. What are the causes for HIV what precautions we have to take for that.
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Infected blood transfusion or infected needle prick.
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Only certain body fluids?blood, semen (cum), pre-seminal fluid (pre-cum), rectal fluids, vaginal fluids, and breast milk?from an HIV-infected person can transmit HIV. Most commonly, people get or transmit HIV through sexual behaviors and needle or syringe use. The best way to prevent an HIV infection is to : Practice safe sex, use a condom before every act of intercourse. Avoid using used needles in injectables Do not share razors, blades etc. Ensure the blood is checked before transfusion
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