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I Got My Sons Haircut While On Vacations From A
Question: I got my sons haircut while on vacations from a some barber shop in London
The barber used hair machine and scissor to cut his hair however I did not even pay attention at that time that nothing sterilized he also got a small cut below his ear.
Now I am worried would that have transferred the hep b or c virus or hiv??
The barber used hair machine and scissor to cut his hair however I did not even pay attention at that time that nothing sterilized he also got a small cut below his ear.
Now I am worried would that have transferred the hep b or c virus or hiv??
Brief Answer:
It would be a good idea to get him tested
Detailed Answer:
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I have gone carefully through your query and understand your concern. Usually professional barbers are professional enough to change the blades of the razor for school client. For the minimal chance of inadvertent omission in your case, let me remark that the likelihood of transmission of viruses like HIV, Hepatitis B Or C in this way is still very low. The combined probability is lower still. Nevertheless, if apprehensive, it would be a good idea to get him investigated. A negative result would clear you of your worries.
Regards
It would be a good idea to get him tested
Detailed Answer:
Thanks for using the Ask a Doctor service.
I have gone carefully through your query and understand your concern. Usually professional barbers are professional enough to change the blades of the razor for school client. For the minimal chance of inadvertent omission in your case, let me remark that the likelihood of transmission of viruses like HIV, Hepatitis B Or C in this way is still very low. The combined probability is lower still. Nevertheless, if apprehensive, it would be a good idea to get him investigated. A negative result would clear you of your worries.
Regards
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Dr. Kampana
Which test should I go for ? and the haircut was done one and half month back .
Brief Answer:
Go for a viral serology for HIV, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C. The timing is
Detailed Answer:
Go for a viral serology for HIV, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C. The timing is ok
Go for a viral serology for HIV, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C. The timing is
Detailed Answer:
Go for a viral serology for HIV, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C. The timing is ok
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