Aa
Risk of transmission from wood splinter w/ blood...
I have a question. I was at a pretty bloody death scene and brushed up next to a door frame. A wood splinter with a small amount blood got stuck in my forearm skin and I knocked it off. I was not bleeding after I removed it. I am not even sure if the dead person had HIV or not, but they are definitely know to have lived an "alternative lifestyle" and had prescriptions for LEVAQUIN in their home.
I would like to know the possible risk if any for HIV or any other type of infection if the splinter was in my skin but I did not bleed.
Thanks.
I would like to know the possible risk if any for HIV or any other type of infection if the splinter was in my skin but I did not bleed.
Thanks.
Have an Answer?
You are reading content posted in the HIV Prevention Community
Condoms are the most effective way to prevent HIV and STDs.
PrEP is used by people with high risk to prevent HIV infection.
Can I get HIV from surfaces, like toilet seats?
Can you get HIV from casual contact, like hugging?
Frequency of HIV testing depends on your risk.
Post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) may help prevent HIV infection.
