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i was walking on the road n some guy poked me with something on my bicep. I m not sure what it was but any chance I can get infected. I was wearing full sleeve shirt and the contact was just for a second. I see no blood coming out ... i am little scared.. can u please suggest
Mon, 13 Apr 2015
Infectious Diseases Specialist, Dr. Arun's Response
Hello dear,
Thank you for your contact to health care magic.
I read and understand your concern.
I am Dr Arun Tank answering your concern.
No, there is no chance of any infections.
Usually infections occurs only when you have bleeding with the Pocking.
You will be further protected as you have wear full sleeve T shirt. If the T shirt is short sleeved you will be in doubt of having infections.
But please take good care of the Pocking area. You can do good care by frequent dressing and Cleaning.
I will be happy to answer your further concern on bit.ly/DrArun.
Thank you, Dr Arun Tank Infectious diseases specialist, HCM.
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Can I Get Infected By Getting Poked?
Hello dear, Thank you for your contact to health care magic. I read and understand your concern. I am Dr Arun Tank answering your concern. No, there is no chance of any infections. Usually infections occurs only when you have bleeding with the Pocking. You will be further protected as you have wear full sleeve T shirt. If the T shirt is short sleeved you will be in doubt of having infections. But please take good care of the Pocking area. You can do good care by frequent dressing and Cleaning. I will be happy to answer your further concern on bit.ly/DrArun. Thank you, Dr Arun Tank Infectious diseases specialist, HCM.