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Hello I want to know, the sugar check device (lancet device) give infections of hiv. If lancet change every time but reuse of pen. It is risky?
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No.
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No it does not cause it if the needle is changed.
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Every time new lancet is used. So nothing to worry.
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No, I don't think so.
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No it's not risky as you change the lancet.
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