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I went to get my nails done and when i was filing with that plastic file (which i don't think was the new one), i started bleeding on about 2 fingers. i don't know if she had blood stains on her, but i was the first customer that day, can i get hiv?
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The risk of getting HIV from you described is virtually zero. For you peace of mind get tested in 6 weeks. For info: HIV tests: https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/basics/testing.html HIV transmission: http://www.avert.org/hiv-transmission-prevention/how-you-get-hiv?gclid=CK6P5szPq9ICFVY7gQodxYsGFw https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/basics/transmission.html
Answered 12/30/2022
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