Question 1

What are the chances of getting HIV from a razor cut while getting a shave at the barber, especially if I had pimples on my face at the time? Last month the barber did change the blade, but the razor was old, and there was a bit of blood which he cleaned off with water. I got an HIV 1 and 2 test done 37 days later, and the result came back negative. Should I be worried?

Accepted Answer

HIV is not easily transmitted through razor cuts because the virus is fragile and does not survive long outside the body. Additionally, the virus cannot be transmitted through intact skin. As for the pimples on your face, they do not increase the risk of HIV transmission in this scenario. Since you have already tested negative for HIV 1 and 2 after 37 days, it is unlikely that you have contracted the virus from the incident you described. It is important to continue practicing safe hygiene practices and regular testing for sexually transmitted infections.

Question 2

I've got a small lump on the right side of my neck, and while it doesn't hurt, I'm kind of worried. Could this be a sign of tuberculosis or something similar?

Accepted Answer

cant asses the condition online you need to visit near by doctor

Question 3

I'm worried about HIV and was wondering what the symptoms are if you test positive. Also, is there any possibility of a cure? I'd really like to know how I can protect myself from this disease.

Accepted Answer

HIV positive symptoms are mostly non specific. About two-thirds of people experience a flu-like illness within 2 to 4 weeks of infection. Symptoms include: 
Fever 
Chills 
Rash 
Night sweats 
Muscle aches 
Sore throat 
Fatigue 
Swollen lymph nodes 
Mouth ulcers.  Treatment is there if one get diagnosed with HIV positive. There are several ways to reduce the risk of HIV infection, including: 
Condoms: Use a condom correctly every time you have sex, especially with partners who are HIV positive or whose HIV status is unknown. 
Limit sexual partners: Reduce the number of sexual partners you have. 
Get tested: Get tested for HIV and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). 
PrEP: Take pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), an HIV prevention medicine, daily or as a long-acting injection. PrEP is only available by prescription from a licensed health care provider. 
PEP: Take post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) within 72 hours of a possible exposure to HIV. 
Avoid sharing needles: Never share needles, syringes, or other drug injection equipment. If you can't access new equipment, you can sterilize what you have. 
Harm reduction services: Use harm reduction services for people who inject and use drugs. 
Male circumcision: Get a voluntary medical male circumcision.

I'm currently undergoing treatment for TB lymph nodes, and I've been on the medication for about 10 months now. I've got about 2 months left to complete the course. I'm really anxious about whether it's okay to get the Covid vaccine while I'm still on my TB meds. Can you shed some light on this?

no its not safe

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