Can getting bitten by a lot of mosquitoes lead to AIDS?
Disease description:
My uncle has been bitten all over his body these past few days, resulting in swollen, itchy pimples. He is worried about possible transmission of other diseases and wants to know whether being bitten by many mosquitoes could lead to HIV infection.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Xiaoyan
Being bitten by many mosquitoes will not result in HIV infection. The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) cannot survive inside mosquitoes. Moreover, during the biting process, mosquitoes do not inject the blood of a previously bitten individual into a new host. Even if minute traces of infected blood remain around the mosquito's mouthparts, the viral load is extremely low and insufficient to cause infection. In addition, there is currently no evidence indicating that HIV can be transmitted through insects, including mosquitoes. The primary transmission routes of HIV are sexual contact, blood transmission, and mother-to-child transmission. Therefore, there is no need to worry that numerous mosquito bites could lead to HIV infection. However, it is important to maintain environmental hygiene and reduce mosquito breeding grounds to prevent other health issues caused by mosquito bites. If you have any concerns, please consult a relevant healthcare professional.
