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Got stuck with a used needle at the thrift store?!

I was at the thrift store about six months ago, and there was a used diabetic’s needle, which at the time I did not realize that, as I thought it was a key chain lazer. Seeing as I am an idiot, I stuck my finger over the end to make it light up, but instead got the nasty surprise of a needle in my finger. It poked through the skin, and bleed, and I am worried that I might have caught something. I am only thirteen, so… I have a few questions:

  1. how long does it take for germs and diseases on a used needle in open air to die?
  2. what are my chances of getting aids or something from it?
  3. when should i get tested and where can i?
  4. what do they do at the tests?
  5. my mom knows and said she will get me tested in a year. is that to long a wait?
  6. how can i stop worrying?! Thanks ahead of time!
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Answer #1

It depends on what kind of germ was on the needle to know how long it takes for it to die in open air, but I’m sure you’re fine. I don’t understand why there was a used diabetic’s needle in the thrift shop in the first place. You should get tested immediately, just tell your doctor about the situation. They will probably take a blood sample.

Answer #2

I agree with Iffy. It’s a good idea to get tested right away. The doctors will probably only take a blood sample. I think a year would be too long to wait, tell your mom you want to get tested as soon as possible. Even though I think you’re fine, prevention really is better than cure. Better to get tested and make sure everything is fine rather than wait.

Answer #3

Okay, thanks Aditi! :)

Answer #4

I will be having my mother take me to the doctor as soon as possible.

Answer #5

I will be having my mother take me to the doctor as soon as possible.

Answer #6

Make sure she does…its important.

Answer #7

Why would you wait 6 months?

Answer #8

For HIV i think you have to wait…sure i saw on TV someone get told you need testing say now and in a few months coz HIV virus can take time to show up?…but yeah why wait?

Answer #9

No problem :)

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