Hi Doctor,
Today when getting my haircut, the barber was quite rough with the comb, and nicked a pimple on my scalp. When I checked after with my finger, I got some blood. So clearly she snagged the pimple with her comb, causing it to break open and bleed.
I am quite concerned about Hepatitis C transmission. I have received the Hep B immunization. From what I have read, it seems like grooming items are a possible mode of transmission for Hep C. So I am quite concerned, especially because my skin was broken and blood was elicited.
Would you recommend testing for Hep C (or even Hep B) in this situation? If so, how long should I wait? Or can I forget this incident and move on?
Thank you so much.