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HIV scare
Went to a pathology today to get blood test, when I went in the staff already had the injection in her hand. Do clinics use used needles and syringes? Should I be scared for HIV virus since it's not a big hospital, just a tiny pathology?
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Dr. Yogesh Kumar Sehrawat
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11 yrs exp
Delhi
Nobody use syringes that are twice usable.
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You just chill out. All the clinic use new and fresh needle and syringe for every new patient.
Even you'd also see that after your blood collection she must have burned the needle.
Also, since this is your query it is of prime importance to me to solve it in whatever way possible. You can take Online Consultation ASAP so that i can explain you and clarify your doubts
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Dr. Animesh Gupta
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Patna
No, generally they don’t use used syringes. It’s mandatory to use disposable syringes for any injection or investigation. So don’t be scare.
Just be cool and calm
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