Concerns about a medical professional

[Anon987654321]

Hi

5 days ago I went to my A&E dept with palpitations. Whilst I was there I had bloods taken for basic tests. I am concerned the person who took the bloods did not follow protocol and reused a needle. I do not remember seeing the needle being taken out of the wrapping...
I haven't had exposure through sex as I haven't had sex for over 12 months. I don't take drugs. I'm not a healthcare worker so have had no exposure that way.
My symptoms started 72 hours after my bloods were taken. I went from feeling fine to having a raging fever, pain and aches in every part of my body, severe headache, swollen throat and tight chest.  2 days into feeling unwell and I have a sore throat, nasal fluid, still lots of pain everywhere and a fever. My throat is still swollen and I have a cough.  I have never felt so ill so quickly. This is only the 2nd time I have had fever in my 37 years.

Do my symptoms sound like primary HIV infection please?

I really appreciate your time.

[Iwan25]

This is very similar to a thread started a few weeks back and it was categorically stated that no health professional would reuse a needle unless they were intent on committing some sort of crime, and the chances of that happening is rare. I'm happy to assist with potential risky experiences but these sort of posts are merely anxiety induced worried wellers. I would seek seek psychological support for this anxiety.

[Life360_Dave]

Hi, medical professionals dont reuse needles in this day of age. Maybe before the dawn of topical germ awareness but not now and even if they did, hiv is transmitted by injecting blood not extracting. Your fears are unfounded.