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Foot puncture

Thanks for taking the time to read and reply to my question,

I punctured my foot with a sharp object at a park.
If this object was a stray needle/syringe which is what i am worried about, then what do you think my risks are of getting HEP C.

Thanks so much in advance
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I agree about the what if's...
I did receive my tetanus shot.
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1280753 tn?1367757932
"If this object was a stray needle/syringe which is what i am worried about, then what do you think my risks are of getting HEP C. "

ya know, "IF" is the biggest word in the English language.....why wouldn't you  be more concerned about tetanus? have you been immunized?

no one can answer your question. get tested if you are worried.
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3230925 tn?1397615965
If you're that worried about it go get tested.
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