Can you catch HIV through an insulin nee

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In was giving some one there insulin needle and afterward while trying to put the safety cap on the needle it with through and stuck me

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Dr. Pratyush Kumar Mishra General Physician 14 yrs exp Patna · Accepted Answer

Dr. Pratyush Kumar Mishra

General Physician 14 yrs exp Patna

Hi, If it's a needle injury and the person is HIV positive..then there is a risk. There are post exposure prophylaxis available which should be taken as soon as possible for 28 days course.

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