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Is it possible to have hiv for 15-20 years and no symptom at all?
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Is it possible to have hiv for 15-20 years and no symptom at all?
potty008
My mother was pricked by hiv needle while working as a nurse. She said it was superficial prick.
Around 15-20 years later ,she is perfectly fine in her 70s. Is it possible that she still has hiv and no symptom?
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potty008
well I was not there when she was pricked ,I guess her own jugement is right.
Thank you again
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joggen
Superficial pricks are not a risk.
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potty008
which part is no risk?
superficial prick or becuase she is quite old now and it was a long time ago ?
Thank you
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joggen
No risk.
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