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Regarding Pedicure
I had taken pedicure one day ago
And that time I got hurt from foot scrubber and got abrasion that I had not seen any blood but but getting pain there and beautician told be she cleaned with dettol and wiped it and she used after 2 days. Is there any chances of HIV
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Not to worry much. Kindly consult online on practo for further treatment.
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Not much to worry.. for details do direct online consultation
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Hello, Thank you for your query,
Would like to examine and detail history is advisable.
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kindly visit the clinic or do online consultation.
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Do not worry no problem it is safe relax
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Dr. Palak Sawhney
Dermatologist
16 yrs exp
Pune
Very less likely
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Ms. Hetal Pathak
Yoga and Naturopathy
6 yrs exp
Vadodara
Please be completely assured: there is virtually ZERO risk of HIV transmission from this incident.
Here is why you do not need to worry about HIV:
1. HIV is an extremely fragile virus that cannot survive outside the human body or on dry surfaces/tools for hours, let alone for two days.
2. For transmission to occur, there must be a direct, immediate transfer of fresh, infected blood into an open, actively bleeding wound. A superficial abrasion without bleeding carries no risk.
3. The scrubber was cleaned and had not been used for two days, making viral survival impossible.
What you should do for the abrasion:
• Keep the area clean and dry. Wash gently with mild soap and water.
• Apply a standard soothing antiseptic or antibiotic ointment (such as Neosporin or pure aloe vera) to prevent any local bacterial irritation.
• Wear clean, breathable cotton socks and avoid tight footwear until the pain and soreness subside.
You are completely safe from HIV; just give the minor skin abrasion a few days to heal naturally.
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Dr. Thangam V
Dermatologist
9 yrs exp
Tiruchirappalli
In this scenario, one important factor we have to consider is , the person who did it was HIV positive or Negative.
If the person known to you for a longer duration and healthy n she is negative, no need to worry. Further further clarification consult online
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Dr. Rashmi Naldeega
Aesthetic Dermatologist
12 yrs exp
Delhi
Kindly consult online for further examination and proper treatment
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Dr. Moin Ahmad Siddiqui
Trichologist
10 yrs exp
Lucknow
Yes
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Dr. Rashmi Nandwana
Dermatologist
19 yrs exp
Noida
Very little risk of transmission.
As area was immediately cleaned and no bleeding was there .
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Dr. Hitesh Viradiya
Dermatologist
15 yrs exp
Surat
Less likely
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Dr. Amandeep
Dermatologist
6 yrs exp
Khanna
Consult online for further management
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Dr. Arpita
Dermatologist
15 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Please do not worry. Effective treatment options are available; however, management depends on the severity and extent of the condition. A detailed medical history is essential for appropriate evaluation and treatment planning.
Kindly schedule an online consultation with a dermatologist for a comprehensive assessment, prescription, and further guidance.”
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Dr. Ankita Gahlot
Obstetrician
12 yrs exp
Bangalore
A foot-scrubber abrasion that didn't bleed, cleaned promptly with an antiseptic, carries an extremely low risk of transmitting HIV. HIV needs infected blood or body fluid to get into a wound, so a quick antiseptic wipe on a scrape with no visible bleeding makes transmission from this kind of contact very unlikely.
Next Steps
Keep the area clean and dry, and watch for redness, swelling or pus over the next few days, which would point to a minor skin infection rather than anything viral. If you want full reassurance, an HIV test after the usual window period can rule it out completely.
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See a general physician if the area looks infected, gets more painful or hasn't healed within a week.
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