HIV Risk and PEP

[sky72]

Dear Dr,

I had a needlestick injury (22 gauge X 1.5", needle from an IM injection) and was prescribed combivir and viracept. My results came all (-). The patient however was (+) for Hepa B and C. I have antibodies for Hepa B from a previous immunization. There is nothing I can do for Hepa C, I was told by the occu med doc.

The  patient was tested (+) for Hepa B and C. He had a hx of drug use and very risky sexual practices. His HIV 1/2 EIA Ab Screen w/ Reflexes came out negative. I took the PEP med for 4 days already but the recommendation is to stop taking it once the source person is tested (-). What are the chances that he might seroconvert?  I want to finish the antiviral med, was given tabs for 5 days, but i'm also worried about my liver. What are your thoughts on my case? Pls advise.  I am still a bit worried, though...

[sky72]

I wasn't until i learned about that additional info.  I really am scared that he might have lied to me.  That's what bugs me.  He voluntarily shared that info.  I'm thinking that i might as well continue the prophylaxis for hiv but the company's doc wouldnt recommend it.  He didnt even mention anything about the prophylaxis.  I learned about the antivirals from an ER doc, because i was so scared i had to see a doctor again and not the facility's doc where i initially went for treatment.

[HSci34]

That is pretty much zero risk, don't worry about HIV.

[sky72]

hello guys, thanks for the reply.  I'm worried because the guy had oral sex performed on him by a CSW 2 weeks ago.  Just learned that.  I'm concerned about the "window" period.  What if he was in the window period when they tested him?  I already stopped the HIV prophylaxis when i learned that he was (-) but now i'm worried again.  He said that he was wearing a condom when he had that.  I'm scared like crazy.

[awwlitemharnaw]

u should worry about HCV,

[Teak]

Zero. If the patient was negative how are you going to seroconvert?