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5yrs ago got stuck by needle used for skin test. aftr 3mos test result came back neg for hepb. is my risk very high for hep b?pls help. so scared!

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Dr. Arthur Heller answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Unlikely...: Risk is relatively low , especially if not significantly blood contaminated. Negative test at 3 months, you can relax.

Answered 4/9/2014

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