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I Accidentally Pricked My Finger From The Needle Of My Fathers Insulin Pen

i accidentally pricked my finger from the needle of my fathers insulin pen,a few drops of blood came out.? (my father has urinal tract infection and is a diabetic type 2 ) I am worried that i might catch an infection although it has been a week since i pricked my finger.I would appreciate your help .Thanks
posted on Thu, 7 Jan 2010
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It does not spread by a finger prick. You might get diabetes if you are not careful with diet and lifestyle. Urinary tract infections dont get transmited with finger prick.
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I Accidentally Pricked My Finger From The Needle Of My Fathers Insulin Pen

It does not spread by a finger prick. You might get diabetes if you are not careful with diet and lifestyle. Urinary tract infections dont get transmited with finger prick.