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The nurse who was taking blood from aids patients touched a wound on my finger that was caused by the prick of a quick test needle. can this aids be transmitted? thank you?
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Zero risk of HIV both for the nurse and to you.
Answered 10/30/2022
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HIV transmission is not possible in described scenario. HIV related anxiety is possible otherwise and you should discuss options with your PCP.
Answered 10/29/2022
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