I accidentally stuck my finger with a needle I had just used to give my dog fluids this morning as I was trying to take it off the line. It did draw blood and is a small spot. Should I worry about getting anything from my dog. He is getting fluids for kidney disease.
Hi, happy to help you on your health concern on part of Chat Doctor! In the present case of needle prick injury I would say that yes, you have to take this injury as any other contaminated wound! As per your description, it is more contaminated by the specific fluid you mentioned; there must be some Chat Doctor. .but the amount is negligible therefore not to worry about that. Now you have to think of possible infection and tetanus! Therefore, take antiseptic wash, a toxic and local adhesive for 2/3 days and if this looks unhealthy to you take antibiotics also for 5 - 7 days! Take caution not to get injured again there by rubbing it! Hope you got your answer. Please feel free to write to us if any more queries. Wishing you the best health!