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Avatar n tn Every tattoo I have was done by a new needle that was sterilized by an autoclave in regulation temperatures and chemicals. I live in Canada, and in Halifax there aren't any standards for tattooing shops, however if you go to a reputable one they will a. make you sign a waver, b. prove you are 18 years or older, c. give you a sheet of aftercare, d. go over their sterilization techniques, e.
Avatar m tn i have read an article stating how some people may have been exposed to the hiv virus (and hepatitis) because the hospital didnt use the proper sterilization on colonoscopy equipment. and another similar article that stated those that underwent ear, nose, and throat treatments were exposed too. how likely is someone to catch the hiv virus from a situation like this?
Avatar m tn The article you reference makes no mention of HIV - that is because HIV cannot be transmitted that way. If you have other questions about the safety of using dental equipment, we suggest visiting the Dental Health forum, as this forum is HIV specific.
Avatar m tn Tattoo artists/piercers are trained on safety measures regarding bloodborne pathogens and do not reuse needles and they sterilize equipment between all customers.
Avatar n tn Power-generating equipment, arc welding equipment and powerful magnets (as in medical devices, heavy equipment or motors) can inhibit pulse generators. Patients who work with or near such equipment should know that their pacemakers may not work properly in those conditions. Cellphonelphones available in the United States (less than 3 watts) don't seem to damage pulse generators or affect how the pacemaker works.
572651 tn?1530999357 If you saw my email inbox you might be surprised at some of the mail I receive. I have signed up on distribution lists for many medical sites, including Nursing Times from the UK. I received an announcement today about an upcoming convention in LONDON, that may be of interest to some of you. This convention/conference is September 29-30 and the registration is FREE. I wish I could go, but its a bit far to commute. Some of you who live in the UK may be interested, though.
Avatar n tn Went back to hospital at midnight on Saturday 28th for pain relief ended up getting sent to Halifax hospital due to raised pulse and high blood pressure. Got to Halifax hospital I was 3cm. Was in labour and contracting for 14hrs. I got to 7cm with gas n air then had to get epidural as I couldn't cope no more.
Avatar f tn I am so scared:) I was at a discount store and poked my hand with a safety pin that was taken apart, basically mangled. It looked like somebody had twisted it. It was on top of a clothing rack. It drew blood on me. The store had just opened and I am wondering if someone had purposely placed it there. Can I get hiv fro it and if not can you explain why? Thank you I am so scared!!!!
475300 tn?1312423126 Since were talking about tattoos-I was a tattoo artist in the 1980s and early 90s.One way hepC is transmitted via tattoo is interesting. Even though everything (equipment ,etc.) has been medically sterilized in an autoclave, there's a place some inexperienced tattooists miss. First, I fill a small cup with ink, and then begin the tattoo. I dip the bloody needles into the ink, and back to your skin. No problem there. Now, I run low on ink and refill the cup.
Avatar m tn It sounds like your doctor uses the same sort of equipment that used to be routine (20+ years ago), i.e. a sterile bacteriological loop. These were the norm among many STD specialists before modern disposalble swabs becamse widely available. And my guess the scalpel blade was disposable, single-use. There is no reasonable possibility the doctor does not carefully sterilizes the loop (and scalpel, if not disposablet) between patients.
Avatar m tn Third, almost all phlebotomy and injection equipment are now manufactured to be a ONE use only item, with safety features that actually render the equipment unable to be used a second time. If you cannot accept this, then get yourself some professional help.
2168213 tn?1357062544 I'm 12wks now and our sex life has been great. But my husband wanted to spice it up and bought me dildo/vibrator. I haven't had that and never experienced it. Anyone use it? Is it safe for the baby? I definitely don't want to risk the safety of my baby with my sexual pleasure. My little one is precious!!!
Avatar f tn re doing too much (be especially vigilant about staying hydrated, stretching to avoid injuring joints and ligaments that are softening because of pregnancy, and be aware that most women experience a small to moderate amount of dizziness during pregnancy which should be taken into account if doing exercises that require balance). if you have any questions about the safety of certain exercises or the use of certain equipment make sure and ask your doctor prior to use.
Avatar m tn We just had sex last few days with any safety equipment like condoms. We are both virgin. 1 hour before we had sex, i did masturbate. Then we started to have sex and i didn't shoot out my sperms inside. I would like to ask in this situation how high or low the chance of my girlfriend will get pregnant?
Avatar m tn Im actually Caucasian, early 30s, I have a referral to a Glacoma Specialist In Halifax NS, Which im still waiting on the call. Until then, Im on 2 sets of eye drops 2 applications AM, One in PM, The scaring is the thing that has me worried, As my local Opthalmologist stated that he can't answer the scaring on the optic nerves and hes unsure if the Specialist in Halifax can even answer it. However one problem (NOT dry eyes) as I hydrate them frequently.
Avatar m tn transfusion, needle stick, medical procedure performed with unclean equipment, tattoo... Infected blood has to mix with yours for you to get sick. Eating it doesn't count. You are not wasting anyone's time here. I am happy to help you and to answer your question. And I am also very happy to tell you that you don't have hepatitis C and could not possibly get it by the way you describe.
535822 tn?1443976780 Some for and some against. Mostly all I got out of it was they were concerned about the safety of the trucks? I am confused, are there going to be mexican truck drivers coming to the us and driving our roads or are we using mexican trucks ? Sorry, I just didnt get it. Question though, I thought the mexican government was corrupt? If it is, why would we make an agreement with them? How do they know they wont be bringing trucks in full of drug people?