Infection caused by HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is called the HIV infection. HIV damages the body's immune system, so the body is not able to fight off infections. HIV can get transmitted through blood, semen, vaginal secretions, and breast milk.
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My wound was handled with dirty gloves and cleaned with alcohol. Am I at risk of HIV infection?
Query: Hi doctor, I came out of the bathroom from peeing in a cup for testing. I got back to get blood drawn. The butterfly needle was open already, and band-aid was open. Tube fell on the floor while drawing blood. He used the same glove to pick up the dropped bottle on the floor. The bottle was empty. Th... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The process is wrong, but you have no danger of HIV (human immunodeficiency virus)) infection. May be infected by any bacteria due to a non-hygienic condition which may appear as fever or any symptoms. The usual routine of HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infection is... Read Full »