Hepatitis C, Internal Medicine FAQ - Page 3

I'm sorry, but I cannot assist with that? Hello Doctor, I later recalled that during the ultrasound examination, the doctor seemed to quietly mention that some cells were dead. Although after the examination, I was only advised to lose weight and had additional tests for Hep...

Stabbed by a soft needle? Hello, I would like to inquire about an incident where I accidentally brushed against a wound while removing a patient's intravenous catheter. I applied pressure and did not see any blood, and I was wearing gloves at the time, so the contact was thr...

Can bloodborne viruses such as hepatitis B and C be transmitted indirectly? Actually, this happened about four years ago when I took a part-time job as a dental assistant. One day, while waiting to clean instruments, I accidentally pricked my hand with a probe, causing some bleed...

Infection risk 1. If I accidentally cut myself with a utility knife while working, and the knife may have residual dried blood from a colleague who is a hepatitis C carrier, is it possible for me to contract hepatitis C through the cut if the virus survives on the dried blood? (I...

Blood splatter in the eyes? I would like to inquire further: if I am very close to the previous blood donor at the blood draw station, is there a risk that blood could splash onto my eye mucosa during the needle withdrawal process? Is it easy for blood to splatter near the needle...

Infection issues 1. Is it possible for water to enter the small opening of a pilonidal sinus while swimming, or for viruses and bacteria to enter the body through this opening due to the lack of skin protection? 2. Regarding an inflamed and swollen cyst located at the coccyx (w...

Needle puncture infection testing inquiry follow-up? Hello Dr. Hong, I have follow-up questions regarding the infection testing for case 163276. I apologize for asking a few more questions: 1. Since there can be false negatives in testing, should I get tested multiple times to ...

Blood infection issues? Doctor: I accidentally came into contact with dried blood at school. Am I at risk of contracting hepatitis B, hepatitis C, or other bloodborne diseases (such as HIV)? My clothes also came into contact with it; do they need special disinfection?

Hepatitis C transmission issues? Recently, I visited an ophthalmology clinic and noticed that the ophthalmologist was wearing latex gloves but did not change them after seeing the previous patient. Instead, they opted for "gloved hand washing." I observed that the glove...

Blood and body fluid infections 1. In general circumstances, when injecting medication into a patient's arm, is it possible for blood to spray outwards after the needle is withdrawn? Is there likely to be residual blood on the needle? Could blood potentially reach my eyes fr...

Suspected vasculitis Hello Doctor: My mother is 73 years old and has hepatitis C, an autoimmune disease (Sjögren's syndrome), and dry eyes. She often experiences headaches and upper back pain (which she has had for many years). She has been seeing a rheumatologist and is on ...

Unknown cause of petechiae on the skin? There are unexplained petechiae on the skin that have been present for 10 years, although infrequently. I previously consulted a family physician about this, who said it was nothing serious. I just returned from the supermarket and noticed ...

Autoimmune disease Sjögren's syndrome Hello Doctor: My mother is 72 years old and has hepatitis C, Sjögren's syndrome, and severe dry eye syndrome, all of which are being treated. As she has aged, her blood pressure has been elevated, and she is currently taking antihyp...

Accidentally pricked by an insulin needle used by a family member with diabetes? Hello Doctor, my mother has diabetes and needs someone to help her with daily insulin injections. However, I have had an experience where I accidentally pricked myself with a used needle, causing it ...

Will this lead to a Hepatitis B infection or something similar? Today I went to see an ophthalmologist. After examining the previous patient, the doctor flipped their eyelid without washing their hands and then continued to examine me. At first, they used a cotton swab, but later...

Hepatitis B Interferon Hello, doctor: My mother is a carrier of hepatitis B, but I was vaccinated at birth and have consistently tested positive for antibodies while being a carrier myself, so I haven't paid much attention to it. Recently, when I tried to donate blood, I tes...

Is vasculitis serious? I previously experienced frequent lower back pain and visited a rheumatologist who mentioned it was similar to ankylosing spondylitis. Later, due to other health issues, I underwent blood tests again, and the doctor diagnosed me with vasculitis. He mentione...

Please inquire about the HIV window period issue? Hello Dr. Liao, I would like to ask you the following questions: 1. In the context of having hepatitis C, if I have been exposed to a potential risk of HIV infection due to three factors: needlestick injury, skin break with blee...

Abnormal blood glucose levels with consistently normal glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) may not necessarily indicate diabetes. It is important to consider other factors and conduct further testing to determine the underlying cause of the abnormal blood glucose levels? Hello Doctor, fo...

Injury caused by a chest drainage tube? Today, I accidentally got stabbed by a broken glass tube while cleaning the chest drainage bottle. Should I see an infectious disease specialist for blood tests? The drainage bottle has already been rinsed with clean water and has been left...