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Can HIV Infection Be Contracted Through A Gauge Subcutaneous Injection Needle

Posted on Wed, 22 Jul 2015

Question: I have taken 2 elisa hiv tests along with oraquick all between 3-6 months after my needlestick exposure with a small Guage subcutaneous needle. I test negative each time. My doubt comes from them being FDA approved tests sold at drugstores. I know I should trust them. Would you say I can definitely move on? I had no other exposures. Thank you helping me move on.

Answered by Dr. Sunil Jangid (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Yes you can definitely move on in life without thinking of other exposure.

Detailed Answer:
Dear XXXX,

Welcome to HCM.

You had needle stick injury and you had done two ELISA along with one ora-quick between 3-6 months post exposure than you are completely safe and can move ahead in life without thinking much of other exposures.

You can also trust the medical stores from where you got the test kits so no need to worry so much about that.

Thank You

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T

Follow up: Dr. Sunil Jangid (2 hours later)

ok. I will try my best. thank you

Answered by Dr. Sunil Jangid (5 hours later)

Brief Answer:
I am happy to listen that from you and definitely you have to move ahead.

Detailed Answer:
Dear XXXX,

You need not to think and worry much as you are safe so move ahead in life. I wish you very happy and healthy life. If any query in future you can contact me anytime, I am here to help you always.

Thank You

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad