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Used Syringe ICTC
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I read a similar question posted by another Indian. I tested HIV negative 93 days after exposure. In fact, I had no exposure and the risk was non-existent, I was told in this forum as well in my another question. Now, I fear that the syringe was reused to test me. The guy opened the needle before my eyes but the syringe was already placed in his hands. Are syringes reused (in India ICTC)? Is changing a needle enough to prevent transmission? Are used syringes risk? And Am I at risk?
I read a similar question posted by another Indian. I tested HIV negative 93 days after exposure. In fact, I had no exposure and the risk was non-existent, I was told in this forum as well in my another question. Now, I fear that the syringe was reused to test me. The guy opened the needle before my eyes but the syringe was already placed in his hands. Are syringes reused (in India ICTC)? Is changing a needle enough to prevent transmission? Are used syringes risk? And Am I at risk?
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He he! Good answer! She is seeing doctors today. Well, that reassures. Thanks! Though I need plenty of it by the way. Thank you very much Teak!
Hey Teaky guy!
Please answer me. I am aware you are busy but please answer me on my latest question. Liz also seems to be online. Somebody please tell me what it is she is suffering from!
Please answer me. I am aware you are busy but please answer me on my latest question. Liz also seems to be online. Somebody please tell me what it is she is suffering from!
Or Lizzie Lou,
My fiance and I had unprotected sex four days after the test where I suspected that a used syringe was reused. Now, it was 18 days for her since yesterday. She has fever, sore throat, one sided headache, pain in facial muscles and possibly skull. Tiredness, fatigue, nausea, pain in muscles or joints throughout her body.
I remain pretty symptom free for the past few days except for a swollen lymph node under my jaw. I had it felt before it became swollen. I felt it numerous times. What worries me is her symptoms. Are they suggestive of HIV ARS? I eat away quite well stuffing whatever I get along the way but she has lost her appetite. If not ARS, what could they possibly be? If ARS, well, are they ARS symptoms? I hope they are not. I am very worried for her. I love her more than I love myself. Somebody please help with a quick reply.
My fiance and I had unprotected sex four days after the test where I suspected that a used syringe was reused. Now, it was 18 days for her since yesterday. She has fever, sore throat, one sided headache, pain in facial muscles and possibly skull. Tiredness, fatigue, nausea, pain in muscles or joints throughout her body.
I remain pretty symptom free for the past few days except for a swollen lymph node under my jaw. I had it felt before it became swollen. I felt it numerous times. What worries me is her symptoms. Are they suggestive of HIV ARS? I eat away quite well stuffing whatever I get along the way but she has lost her appetite. If not ARS, what could they possibly be? If ARS, well, are they ARS symptoms? I hope they are not. I am very worried for her. I love her more than I love myself. Somebody please help with a quick reply.
Thank you Teak!
So you mean to say that the testing also will not cause it? Not by my previous (non)-risk exposure but could this testing (used syringe) cause the disease? I don't have HIV but will I, after this testing? Sorry for taking your time once again but hope this is my last.
So you mean to say that the testing also will not cause it? Not by my previous (non)-risk exposure but could this testing (used syringe) cause the disease? I don't have HIV but will I, after this testing? Sorry for taking your time once again but hope this is my last.
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