I was taking a walk and had flip flops on. I thought I felt something prick me but kept walking. The next day I went on the same route and there was a needle. I am unsure if I stepped on it or not, but I believe I did. I live in an area where there are drug users and this looked like that type of needle.
I have read about needle sticks in hospitals, but are there any cases of people contracting Hepatitis through a needle stick like mine? Stepping on a needle?
Right now I am afraid to go out in public. I don't want to touch anything because I am scared I am going to infect people if I DO have something. If I have a cut, or my period, etc., and somehow get it on a surface I am afraid I will inadvertently get someone else sick.
Is this considered a high risk exposure? This happened 3 weeks ago. Is it too early to be tested? Should I be tested?
I am a teacher....if I have it, can I still teach?
Thank you.