Question
Sperm is HIV free or not?
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Sperm itself does not contain HIV, but the virus can be present in semen, which is the fluid that contains sperm. When a person is living with HIV, the virus can be present in their bodily fluids, including blood, semen, vaginal fluids, and breast milk. If the HIV-positive individual has a detectable viral load, there is a risk of transmission during unprotected sexual contact.
However, if an HIV-positive person is on antiretroviral therapy (ART) and maintains an undetectable viral load, they cannot transmit the virus to sexual partners, a concept known as "Undetectable = Untransmittable" (U=U). It is important for individuals who are HIV-positive to work with healthcare providers to manage their health and reduce the risk of transmission.
However, if an HIV-positive person is on antiretroviral therapy (ART) and maintains an undetectable viral load, they cannot transmit the virus to sexual partners, a concept known as "Undetectable = Untransmittable" (U=U). It is important for individuals who are HIV-positive to work with healthcare providers to manage their health and reduce the risk of transmission.