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Chances of hiv infection from dentist

2025-02-01 17:33:00
Hello sir any chances to get hiv infection from dentist tool if patient before from me was hiv positive and doctor not sterilised tools properly any evidence in India like that I heard that hiv viruse not survive in external environment Tools like dentist instrument miror water nib and sh
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Answered2025-02-02 12:43:41

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It’s doesn’t survive outside but if instruments are not steel used and used immediately after the procedure done on infected person, then there is a possibility

Answered2025-02-02 09:47:07

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To overcome this issue consult with experts don't shy take proper knowledge and counseling advice All is well don't worry take care.

Answered2025-02-02 09:13:25

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Hi.. less chances. You may be having health anxiety.
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Consult online for further evaluation and  management. Alternatively you can take a consultation by call/ whatsapp.. Search Dr. Shailaja Bandla, Psychiatrist on Google for Contact info.

Answered2025-02-02 08:54:49

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Do not worry no problem it is safe relax

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Very less chances

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Yes chances are there if instrument isn't Sterlized

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