Hiv transmission

2026-08-22 14:04:43
I got tetanus injection..can I get any disease if the needle is infected..please help me..I am worried
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Answered2026-09-04 11:56:04

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Answered2026-09-03 14:34:02

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Please relax, your risk is practically nil. In hospitals, clinics and even small dispensaries in India, tetanus injections are given with single use disposable syringes and needles that are opened in front of the patient, so reuse is very unlikely. HIV also does not survive long outside the body and is not transmitted by a properly used injection. Even in the rare case of a needle stick with truly infected blood, the risk is well under 1 percent. If you actually saw the needle being reused from another patient, then it is worth testing: an HIV 4th generation test and HBsAg and anti-HCV at 6 weeks, and repeat HIV at 3 months for final confirmation. Otherwise no testing is needed. Anxiety about this is very common and can itself cause symptoms; please do not keep checking your body for signs. If the worry is not settling, do speak to a doctor. You can consult me on Practo or at Synergy Multispeciality Hospital, Miraj for reassurance and testing if you wish.

Answered2026-08-31 19:23:20

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kindly do connect and consult with me for better treatment plan and advice on your case via PRACTO app

Answered2026-08-31 13:44:30

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If needle is infected  than only.  Otherwise not

Answered2026-08-30 10:38:56

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If infected, not otherwise.

Answered2026-08-28 04:20:55

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Yes, if infected

Answered2026-08-27 16:23:49

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Avoid fried and spicy food Water intake more Green leafy vegetables more Fiber meal Walk Do connect and consult Will help you

Answered2026-08-27 10:31:16

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Where did you get tetnus shot from? Was needle not strelized?

Answered2026-08-27 09:52:18

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Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment

Answered2026-08-28 05:38:33

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management

Answered2026-08-27 13:45:55

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