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Female | 26

Could sitting on blood stain lead to HIV transmission?

Hello , im a 26 year old female. I have never been sexually active except for kissing someone. But how ever I can’t stop worrying that I may have contracted hiv , some how. A while ago i mistakenly sat on a damp blood stain in a car seat whilst wearing damp shorts on my way from the beach. I sat in it for about an hour 30 mins or so. Could that we a way one contracts hiv? Im going crazy because i have testing for work soon and im afraid if this affects my results.

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Answered on 11th Jan '25

HIV is primarily transmitted through specific bodily fluids during sexual activities, sharing needles, or from mother to child. Sitting on a damp blood stain does not pose a risk for HIV transmission, as the virus cannot survive long outside the body. Symptoms may include fatigue, fever, or swollen lymph nodes, but these vary. It's essential to focus on your well-being. If you're feeling overwhelmed, consider reaching out to a hematologist for reassurance and to discuss any testing.

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Questions & Answers on "Hematology" (208)

Sir mera bilirubin lbl ,9.3 he or muja hb e disis ha

Male | 26

A bilirubin level of 9.3 is somewhat elevated. It might be an indication that your liver is not functioning properly. This could lead to jaundice, which is a condition wherein your skin and eyes become yellowish. High-bilirubin conditions may be caused by disorders of the liver or red blood cell problems. After treatment of the liver disease, which is the actual cause of high bilirubin levels, normal bilirubin levels could be achieved.

Answered on 11th Nov '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

i just had my full body checkup and in the report my esr level is high which is 52 and the c reactive protein is 4.6 so what should i do or which medicine should i take for elevated esr?

Female | 33

High ESR (erythrocyte sedimentation rate) and CRP levels can indicate inflammation in your body. Common causes include infections, autoimmune diseases like lupus, and certain cancers. It’s important to work with a doctor to find the right solution and address the root cause. Treatment will depend on the underlying condition and may involve medications, lifestyle changes, or further testing.

Answered on 10th Oct '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

I've been sick for months , my white blood cell and t cells are abnormal but primary not doing anything about it

Male | 51

Your blood tests showe­d weird white cells and T ce­lls. Those cells fight germs. So we­ird counts may mean your immune system isn't working right. Be­ing tired, sick often, and losing weight for no re­ason - those could be signs too. Visit a hematologist to get proper treatment.

Answered on 5th Sept '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

How to know effect hiv in starting months

Male | 22

During the initial stages of HIV, some individuals might not display any symptoms at all while others may have flu-like symptoms such as fever, sore throat, and body aches. This happens because the virus has already started to weaken their immune system. It is important to test if you suspect that you might have been exposed to HIV. Early treatment onset after diagnosis is necessary for effective management of the virus.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

I had an I pill last month and my blood tests today are High platelet counts Wbc count -7.95 Gran %-76.5 Platelets -141 PDW-SD-19.7 What does this mean

Female | 19

Your blood test shows some changes. A high platelet level might indicate swelling or infection. With a WBC count of 7.95, your body's defense system is active. The Gran% tells about certain white blood cells, which increase when there's an infection. Your platelet count of 141 is normal, but it’s good to keep an eye on it. It seems your body might be fighting off an illness, so it's wise to discuss these results with your doctor for further advice.

Answered on 26th Sept '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

My mother was a cml(chronic myeloid leukemia) patient from 5-6 years she take imatinib starting 2 year but Due to the situation at home, she had to leave the medicine for 1 year. But Then his health worsened and his blood count became high, after which the doctor administered blood transfusion.and say to continue imatinib . But now some time sometimes there is pain in hands and legs.abb mujhe kya karna chahiye ???

Female | 36

Undoubtedly, discomfort in the limbs (hands and legs) can be a typical occurrence amongst patients with persistent myeloid leukemia, a fact which must be acknowledged. Such pain, however, might also be there due to the medication or the disease itself. These signs of your disease, you should always tell your doctor about them, as they might need to adjust the treatment or give other means to relieve the pain. Communication is thus successful if your healthcare provider gets access to the symptoms and describes the best way he or she can help.

Answered on 3rd Dec '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

Hello doctor,I am 23 years old HIV positive women.I married and I want to use long term contraception.I like Implanton but I read tah there is interaction between hiv medication and implanton implant.so please help me with which one is best for me.My medicine is the following one: Dolutegravir, Lamivudine and Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate Tablets/Dolutegravir, Lamivudine et Fumarate de Tenofovir Disoproxil Comprimés 50 mg/300 mg/300 mg

Female | 23

You are consuming Dolutegravir, Lamivudine, and Tenofovir, note that these HIV drugs might have an interaction with Implanon to contemplate. This conflict is likely to affect the efficiency of both the HIV drug and the implant. One should tell the doctors to find a safe and useful option of contraceptives you prefer.

Answered on 3rd July '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

compression the small blood vessels in appendix can increase the RBC

Female | 20

Doing this can cause more red blood cells to form. You may get pain in your lower right belly, have a fever, and not want to eat. It can be due to something blocking it or an infection. A doctor may suggest taking it out with an operation called appendectomy.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

I had unprotected sex last in 2022, I did a hiv test last year October 2023 and tested negative,I wasn't exposed to any sexual activities,do I need to get tested again ?

Female | 26

If you had unprotected intimate relations in 2022 and your HIV test was negative in October 2023. You are not required to take another test as long as you haven't been risky since then. HIV symptoms sometimes show up late, so if you feel something out of the blue, like inexplicable weight loss or too many infections, then it's good to get tested again.

Answered on 8th Aug '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

My RbcCount-5. 8 10^12/l hai hgb cocentration-11. 6g/dl hai hct count-33. 5℅ hai mcv count-57. 9fl hai mch count-20. 0 pg rdw-sd count-34. 0 fl hai eosinophils count-6. 9℅ hai please tell me disease name

Male | 24

It is most probable that you have Iron Deficiency Anemia. This is where your blood could be short of healthy red blood cells. Being a little anemic, tiredness, paleness, and shortness of breath may appear. Ingesting foods that are packed with iron such as spinach, meat, and beans can be of great help to this client. Another piece of advice may deal with more iron supplements, they will. Follow the suggestions given by the medical doctor to recover completely.

Answered on 18th June '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

My blood report says Total cholesterol - 219 mg/dl LDL direct - 117 mg/dl Triglycerides - 389 mg/dl Trig/HDL ratio - 8.3 HDL/LDL ratio - 0.4 Non HDL cholesterol - 171.97 mg/dl VLDL - 77.82 mg/dl Albumin serum- 5.12 gm/dl Lymphocyte - 17% Monocytes - 1.7% Lymphocyte absolute count - 0.92 × 10³/uL Monocytes absolute count - 0.9 × 10³/uL Hematocrit(pcv) - 54.2 % MCV - 117.8 fL MCHC - 26 g/dL RDW-SD - 75 fL RDW-CV - 17.2 % Platelet count - 140 ×10³/uL My question is what is my condition of health according to this report and how i can cure my condition and what is the problem.

Male | 33

The blood te­st shows high levels of bad fat in the body. This fat can hurt the­ heart over time. To help the­ heart, eat good foods like fruits and ve­ggies. Do exercise­ to stay fit. A hematologist may give medicine­ to lower the fat.

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

Urine protein test has come possible in urine test and CRP is 124 please advise

Male | Adapa vajra rajesh

You got a result on your urine protein test, and your CRP level is 124, which might indicate inflammation or infection. Feeling tired, achy, or swollen? These could be symptoms of an infection or an underlying condition. Don't worry; you can help by drinking plenty of water, eating healthy, getting enough sleep, and consulting your doctor for advice.

Answered on 27th Aug '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

Anti hiv value 0.229 is good

Male | 19

It's great to know that your anti-HIV value is 0.229. This shows that you have a certain amount of HIV antibodies that your body has made but not many. It could mean you were infected recently or just exposed without getting sick. Keep an eye on it with frequent testing.

Answered on 10th June '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

I am 38 years and married. In October, last year I went to donate blood but was told one of the test is positive for HIV. I was asked to retest after months. I did and it is still same inconclusive result. What should I do?

Male | 38

The fact that your test was inconclusive implies that it's still not clear if you are HIV positive or not. Regarding the symptoms of HIV, they are similar to fever, tiredness, and weight loss. More likely, bringing about can be unsafe sex or sharing needles. Therefore, you must see a doctor

Answered on 23rd May '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

I am 20F. Since May, I started a new job in May (retail part time as a student). I've been having nosebleeds since then. During summer it was worse when i was working many many hrs, where it happened alongside dizziness and headaches. Its recently happening again on and off since May- sometimes due to stress and dehydration , dust, allergies and the flu (dont know exact cause). It always come from one nostril.

Female | 20

Noseblee­ds happen, especially with stre­ss, lack of fluids, or breathing in dust and allergens. One­ nostril bleeding is usually no biggie. Try drinking more­ water, avoiding dusty spaces, and using a humidifier. But if it won't quit, be­st to have a doctor check it. 

Answered on 5th Sept '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

Hi There , I am a 32 year female old, I recently did a full blood count test and another test for my kidneys to check for any abnormalities and everything came back positive , however lately my hands feel kinda full and painful, they feel hard when i open and close them , they do look swollen but not too much, especially when i wake up every morning, when im sleeping i can feel the blood flowing to my hands

Female | 32

You might be having the symptoms of a condition known as carpal tunnel syndrome. This can be a result of the nerve in your wrist being compressed, which in turn, leads to pain, swelling, and numbness in your hands. To help with the symptoms, you can try wearing a wrist splint at night, doing hand exercises, and taking breaks from activities that may worsen the pain. If the symptoms carry on for some time, it's best to seek further help from a hematologist.

Answered on 23rd Oct '24

Dr. Babita Goel

Dr. Babita Goel

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