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Hello sir, I am 31 years male living in Nairobi. 2 weeks back while I am traveling in bus I just sat on seat were I felt some needle or pin prick on my butt. But no blood stains on my pant. Since then I am very scared whether it can be hiv spread to me. Kindly help me I am feeling very tensed and feverish. Thanks in advance.
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No risk Nothing to worry Ignore it.
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Take blood test to know that. It may not cause hiv.
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Don't worry then as you don't have any blood.
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There is no need to scare as the needle might not have been contaminated. If you still have doubts you can do a 4th generation hiv test after 3 months.
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