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HIV query. Risk !!
Hello Doctor,
Please read my question carefully.
I took rabies booster dose from a governed medical. The syringe was already loaded with vaccines.
Vaccines are kept in a plastic container with one ice packet. Container was moist. I saw one used syringe was also there. But no needle connected.
My question is if that syringe was used for someone. How much risk for hiv? As they didn't use the same syringe to me. They given a already vaccine loaded syringe to me.
My concern is if the used syringe contains blood and mixed with moisture. As the container was with a icepack. If those blood mixed moisture touch my syringe needle. Any chance for infection?
I am very much worried. Please help.
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As such no risk u r safe.
I m a Sr citizen retired doc from ART CENTER government sector.
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No risk.
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No chance of infection...
Don't worry...relax
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No worry , hiv not spread like this.you are safe.
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There is no risk of HIV transmission in the situation you described.
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• No testing required for this exposure
• No need for any preventive medication
• Continue normal routine
Health Tips
• Government setups sometimes pre-load syringes for efficiency—this can look concerning but is standard practice in some places
• HIV transmission requires direct bloodstream exposure, not environmental contact
• Try to avoid overanalyzing low-risk scenarios—this increases anxiety unnecessarily
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
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7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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