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Near needlestick injury
Hi, I am a nurse and earlier this month I was at work giving a patient a subcutaneous injection. I had gloves on, and felt the needle press against my glove. I did not see any blood on my finger or feel a prick. I know that the patient had no known history of HIV as well. But my anxiety just won't go away. I keep wondering if the needle may have punctured through the glove and slightly went into my skin without causing a prick or blood. All other healthcare workers I told this to, said I should not worry. But, as I am married and breastfeeding my son, I am still worried. Please, someone help ease my anxiety. This happened about four weeks ago and of course I am sick now too. I have a headache, nasal congestion, and what feels like a sinus headache. No fever though.
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