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Regarding hepatitis b
Sir I had needle stick two days before . I don't know the status of needle .can I take HBIG now to prevent infection. And what is the quantity for that should I take
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Dr. Piyush Gupta
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14 yrs exp
Delhi
If u r vaccinated with Hepatitis B in childhood or adulthood then no need for HBIG.
If u r unsure, get Anti Hbs testing done to confirm.
People are usually more worried about HIV. For that we need details of ur exposure.
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