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I was shaving my arms i cut myself acidentaly my friend after told me she self harms with that razor do you think i have hiv or aids its been over 1yr?

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Dr. Howard Feinberg answered

Probably OK: If you are concerned, or if your friend is HIV positive or if her status is unknown then get tested. If test is negative after 6 months you are safe.

Dr Pack and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/16/2019

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A member asked:

I was shaving my arms i cut myself acidentaly my friend after told me she self harms with that razor do you think i have hiv or aids its been over 1yr?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Howard Feinberg answered

Dr Pack and another doctor agreed

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