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A low risk event happened with dry blood should i worry that i have hep c? since aids isn't possible in this because it does instantly on surfaces
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Don't worry: Worry won't do anything, but if there is reason to believe the blood might be contaminated you can have a test. It doesn't live more than 4 days - so it you know it was not fresher than that you're okay. If you have it - treatment in the acute stage is very effective at preventing chronic illness. Symptoms can take mths to show http://www.cdc.gov/hepatitis/C/cFAQ.htm Test early for safety.
Answered 10/4/2014
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