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I accidentally cut my finger with a knife on monday while i was cooking. on friday i came in contact with blood on the finger. the cut is not deep but it is open and healing. there was no blood from the cut. can i pep for this?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

No risk, no worry: It isn't clear what you're asking. But even if you came into contact with someone else's blood, there's almost certainly no risk at all. No need for PEP.

Answered 3/15/2020

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A member asked:

I accidentally cut my finger with a knife on monday while i was cooking. on friday i came in contact with blood on the finger. the cut is not deep but it is open and healing. there was no blood from the cut. can i pep for this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

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