Understanding HIV Infection Risks After Unprotected Sex: Key Insights
Risk of HIV Infection Hello doctor, I had unprotected vaginal intercourse with a sex worker. Since I couldn't ejaculate, I removed the condom in the latter part for about less than a minute. What is the risk of exposure in this situation? I have undergone testing at the 10-w...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
Dear readers: Regarding the question, "I had unprotected vaginal intercourse with a sex worker. Because I couldn't ejaculate, I removed the condom after about a minute. What is the risk of transmission? I have undergone testing at the 10-week mark; is that accurate?&quo...[Read More] Understanding HIV Infection Risks After Unprotected Sex: Key Insights
Potential Infection Risks for Dental Assistants: What You Need to Know
Stabbed by a needle? As a dental assistant, I have recently experienced several minor accidents, including being pricked by a patient's anesthetic needle, getting sprayed with a small amount of blood, and cutting my foot on a sharp object while disposing of clinic waste, alt...
Dr. Xiao Yongxun Reply:
In larger hospitals, there is usually a standard operating procedure for needlestick injuries. Generally, it is as follows: 1. Report to the infection control department, and the occupational safety and health office will document the incident and provide the personnel department...[Read More] Potential Infection Risks for Dental Assistants: What You Need to Know
Understanding HIV Risks in Pathology: Safety Measures and Disinfection Protocols
Laboratory HIV Risk Hello, I am a pathology technician. Our small tissue specimens are immersed in 4% formalin for an indefinite amount of time, at least 30 minutes. When we take the specimens out of the container, some formalin droplets may splash out, and they might even get on...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
Dear readers: Regarding the transmission routes of HIV, as stated on the Taiwan CDC website: A: There are three main transmission routes for the HIV virus: 1. Sexual transmission: Engaging in sexual activities, including oral, anal, or vaginal intercourse, or any exchange of ...[Read More] Understanding HIV Risks in Pathology: Safety Measures and Disinfection Protocols
Concerns About Infection Risks After Blood Draw: What You Need to Know
The phlebotomist touches the puncture site? Hello Doctor, today during the employee health check, I had a blood draw. During the process, the nurse touched the insertion site with her left index finger (while the needle was still in place), and she also used her left index finger...
Dr. Gao Jiankai Reply:
Hello, thank you for your inquiry. Since I did not witness the actual procedure, I cannot make a definitive judgment. However, I will report your concern to the hospital so that the responsible department can investigate whether there was indeed a situation where gloves were not ...[Read More] Concerns About Infection Risks After Blood Draw: What You Need to Know
Assessing HIV Infection Risk and Symptoms After Protected Intercourse
HIV Infection Risks and Symptoms Hello Doctor: I had vaginal intercourse with a condom the entire time, but after ejaculation in the female-on-top position, my penis became flaccid while still inside the vagina. When I withdrew, the condom was caught by the muscles at the vaginal...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
Dear readers: 1. What is the probability of me contracting HIV given my situation? A. If you consistently use condoms and perform post-coital cleaning, the risk is low. 2. Do my symptoms resemble those of acute HIV infection? A. Skin symptoms and fever can be concerning, but...[Read More] Assessing HIV Infection Risk and Symptoms After Protected Intercourse
Assessing HIV Infection Risks After Sexual Encounter: What You Need to Know
Risk of HIV Infection On July 4th of this year, I had sexual relations with a sex worker in Thailand. The encounter involved unprotected oral sex and protected vaginal intercourse. During oral sex, she briefly held my glans, seemingly after I released pre-ejaculate fluid, and the...
Dr. Liao Zhongxin Reply:
Dear readers: 1. Regarding the relationship between unprotected oral sex and protected vaginal intercourse with subsequent symptoms of low-grade fever and headache: A: 1. For unprotected oral sex, it is important to check if the partner has any oral diseases or bleeding. ...[Read More] Assessing HIV Infection Risks After Sexual Encounter: What You Need to Know
Understanding Infection Risks During Health Checkups: What You Need to Know
Risk of Infection during Health Check-ups Hello, doctor. I recently had a health check-up. 1. Due to my own oversight, I only noticed after the check-up that I had a skin abrasion on my toe. During the examination, there were several procedures where I had to lie down (gastroscop...
Dr. Lin Mingfeng Reply:
1. If the bed sheets are not clean, there is a possibility that viruses or bacteria could enter the body through wounds. However, the HIV virus is extremely fragile and dies within a few hours outside the human body, making transmission through this route unlikely. In accredited ...[Read More] Understanding Infection Risks During Health Checkups: What You Need to Know
Managing Infection Risks for Pregnant Visitors in ICU: A Guide
How should the doctor handle this? Doctor, my grandmother is 93 years old and recently developed cellulitis and bacteremia with MRSA, along with pneumonia and gastrointestinal bleeding due to an infection in the artificial bone she has had in her thigh for over ten years. She is ...
Dr. Chen Qingbin Reply:
Hello Anny: The hospital environment has a higher presence of bacteria and viruses, so pregnant women and young children should avoid going unless absolutely necessary. Health Education Department Director, Chen Ching-Pin.[Read More] Managing Infection Risks for Pregnant Visitors in ICU: A Guide