A member asked:

Bloodborn pathogens(hiv,hepc,etc) from dried blood(last time someone used the nail clippers was atleast 4 months ago) on nail clipper and having a small wound on toe/nail area. is there a risk if the blood is from atleast 4 months ago on nail clipper?

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

No: HIV or Hep B/C cannot be transmitted in above presented scenario. Skin or soft tissue infections remain possible and watching the wound until healed is recommended.

Answered 1/29/2021

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