Can HIV be transmitted through small cut on finger?

I'm glad you reached out because I can tell from your writing that you're looking for answers and getting mixed messages. Also, it gives me a chance to clear up misinformation about HIV transmission that is out there that can feed into this worry, and maybe helpful to others. It sounds like you are concerned about a pinhole closed wound on your hand coming into contact with vaginal fluids, and that you do not know if the person you were with is living with HIV or not (or if they are, you are not sure if they have a detectable viral load. PLHIV can reach an undetectable viral load in which HIV cannot be transmitted sexually - https://h-i-v.net/living/undetectable-untransmittable ) We cannot determine your personal risk based on these details, but can provide you with some information.

HIV can be transmitted through vaginal secretions, or breast milk, blood, precum, or semen. It cannot be transmitted through saliva or sweat. You can learn more about the specifics here: https://h-i-v.net/transmission . The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in the United States actually encourages all individuals between the ages of 13 and 64 to have at least one HIV test as part of their normal care, so if you are concerned, you can get tested.

There are messages that you may have heard from others or from the media that make it seem like certain people may be living with HIV and also as if people living with HIV are a threat to those around them, and this is a misconception that makes life incredibly difficult for those living with HIV - so I am so grateful you asked and started this conversation. I hope this helps to give you some useful information. - Liz (Team Member)

Thank for your time answering my question. This is noted and will observe accordingly.