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hepatitis symptoms after tattoo

im very worried that i might of contracted hepatitis c or b from a tattoo. the place i had it done is a well established shop and hes been open for 10 years, i did see him add a new needle but i didnt see him clean the gun.
10 days after the tattoo i started feeling ill, diarrhea, bellyache, headaches and no appetite.
my question is would 10 days be to soon to get symptoms?

i do suffer from anxiety which doesnt help matters,  im going out of my mind with worry, how soon can i get tested?

please help me
thanks in advance
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1563533 tn?1345366296
A person can have Hep C for up to 20years with no symptoms, Hep B is different all together.  It sounds like you got a bug, not too sure its this serious though, if in doubt you can always have some simple blood work to ease your mind.
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163305 tn?1333668571
You posted this over a month ago on the HIV forum:
HIV from tattoo or anxiety
Jul 01, 2012 in the HIV Prevention Community
hello, 2 weeks ago i had my first tattoo and now im really worried i have hiv or hep, i do suffer from anxiety and ocd

Please get help for your admitted anxiety and ocd, that is the root of your problem. With a new clean needle there is no risk.The symptoms you describe are not from hep C.
If you're still worried get tested. Please seek help for your anxiety.
Good day.
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