Can a person infected with pubic lice be infected with AIDS?

Patient's question:

Doctor, hello. I am 37 years old this year, female. I have been very worried about my health recently, because I am afraid of getting AIDS and not being able to live. Will I be infected with AIDS if I have infected lice?

Doctor's answer:

HIV can only be spread through sexual behavior and cannot be spread through intermediary organisms. Therefore, the situation you described does not constitute an outbreak. If you suspect you are infected with the HIV virus, it is recommended that you go to the infectious diseases department of a regular hospital to test for HIV antibodies. If these antibodies remain negative for eight weeks in a row, then HIV can be ruled out. Additionally, patients should develop a regular sleep schedule, adhere to treatment, maintain a light diet, and engage in aerobic exercise to boost their immunity and reduce the risk of infection.

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