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Hiv from saloon
Hello doctor
I got a small cut from scissor and razor while getting haircut . These instruments were not sterilized beforehand.
Do I need to take any hiv test ?
If yes which and when ?
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First take Inj. TT
Do HIV ELISA TEST. If HIV positive kindly consult.
Or you can take post-exposure prophylaxis for 28 days
And Do Hepatitis Antibody test. If antibodies less than 10 then take booster dose of vaccine
Next Steps
if you have any doubt consult with me
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No need to test, If razor one is the new one.
If the instruments are not sterilized properly then go for ELISA test for HIV and also think of Hepatitis B. Do ELISA test with in a week.
Next Steps
If comes positive then you have to start antiretroviral with immunoglobulin .
Health Tips
Always be careful when you are going to these contaminated area like parlour or for tattoo.
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No need of HIV test but you can take T.T injection
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