Aa
Aa
A
A
A
Close
Avatar universal

Razor n hiv

Went to a dermat for laser treatment.the assistant shaved my Chin with a razor.i didn't get time to see what was the condition of the razor blade. Whether new or old.7 days after I get a sore throat. Worried to death for HIV risk.pls help
3 Responses
Sort by: Helpful Oldest Newest
12088148 tn?1442313509
As i said before no reuse if you went to clinic. If they use razor blade that have blood on it then you will know that they reuse it.but you also need to know that once the virus went to the air, the virus will die.
Helpful - 0
Avatar universal
That's the problem.I am not sure whether she used a new blade.
Helpful - 0
12088148 tn?1442313509
No risk.assuming you went to dermat clinic with consideration of medic attic,no they dont reuse razor blade. Your 'ARS Symptom' too soon.
Helpful - 0
Have an Answer?

You are reading content posted in the HIV Prevention Community

Top HIV Answerers
366749 tn?1544695265
Karachi, Pakistan
370181 tn?1595629445
Arlington, WA
Learn About Top Answerers
Didn't find the answer you were looking for?
Ask a question
Popular Resources
Condoms are the most effective way to prevent HIV and STDs.
PrEP is used by people with high risk to prevent HIV infection.
Can I get HIV from surfaces, like toilet seats?
Can you get HIV from casual contact, like hugging?
Frequency of HIV testing depends on your risk.
Post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) may help prevent HIV infection.