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I went to get my flu shot today. The nurse did not have gloves on when she handled the vaccine vial and the new needle, which was still capped. She put gloves on before assembling the injection and injecting me. I am concerned about the possibility of anything on her hands transferring to the needle, especially since the bottom hub was exposed to her skin. Could I have contracted HIV from this encounter?
September 22nd, 2024
I am taking 200mg Gabapentin for Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) after weaning off 0.125mg Mirapex. How long does it take for Gabapentin to start working for RLS, and is sudden onset of sharp joint pain throughout the body a side effect along with my hands constantly falling asleep?
September 23rd, 2024
I believe I have a hemorrhoid. I haven't slept in 2 nights due to the pain and discomfort. I've been using over-the-counter and home remedies. Should I go to the ER?
September 12th, 2023
I have childhood trauma, including shocks of not trying to accept myself as a potential being, shocks related to my school diploma, and phobias of medical equipment like an MRI. I also experience severe anxiety, depression, and negative self-judgments such as feeling fat, a failure, and unable to cope. What can I do to address these issues and improve my mental health?
April 29th, 2023
Can a person with HIV transmit the virus to someone else through sharing a cake with saliva on it, or through contact with dried bodily fluids on a tar road?
July 8th, 2023
I noticed a rash accompanied by itchiness about a week ago. This morning I realized it’s peeling skin on my penis. What could this be and is it related to an STD or herpes?
October 23rd, 2023