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I was using a public restroom and i touched residual blood on the sanitary bin. the cuticle on my finger is torn and raw. could i be at risk for hiv?

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No: Wash your hands. You will be fine.

Answered 3/14/2018

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A member asked:

I was using a public restroom and i touched residual blood on the sanitary bin. the cuticle on my finger is torn and raw. could i be at risk for hiv?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. answered

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