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Is it easy to catch hep c or any other blood infection? and if have cuts on hands would percent be higher what could i do to prevent from getting it

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Dr. David Cohen answered

Be careful: You can catch hep c from needle exposures or blood contact. You should not exposed cuts or open sores on your body to other peoples blood or secretions.

Answered 8/22/2013

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A member asked:

Is it easy to catch hep c or any other blood infection? and if have cuts on hands would percent be higher what could i do to prevent from getting it

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. David Cohen answered

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