HIV Prophylaxis in Physicians and Medical Personnel Following HIV Exposure

 Practice Essentials

The risk of occupational HIV exposure in physicians and medical professionals has resulted in the development of risk-reduction techniques. Such strategies emphasize mechanisms and risk of transmission, baseline and follow-up testing, and prevention.

The United States Public Health Service (USPHS) and the New York State Department of Health AIDS Institute suggest that healthcare employees undergo a three-drug post exposure prophylaxis (PEP) regimen promptly following any occupational HIV exposure. [1–2] Specific suggestions include the following

Infection with HIV and AIDS

Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is a blood-borne virus that is commonly transmitted through sexual contact, sharing intravenous drug paraphernalia, and vertical transmission during birth or through human milk. Infection with HIV-1 or HIV-2, which are retroviruses in the Retrovir ide family, Lent virus genus, causes HIV illness.

What exactly is PEP?

PEP  is a medication cocktail that acts to reduce the risk of contracting HIV. When two couples engage in undisclosed sex. If you have intercourse with a sex worker or wear a condom but it slips or breaks, you are at risk of contracting a disease. In which HIV is prevalent.

When should you take PEP?

We frequently get inquiries such, "When should PEP be taken?" How long can we use PEP after that? So, friends, in order to prevent HIV, you need take PEP medications within 72 hours. In Delhi, PEP therapy is widely offered. Safe Hands is the primary one.

Where can I get PEP?

Yes, friends, we have been asked this question about PEP therapy in Delhi many times. How can I acquire it quickly? As a result, it is conveniently accessible at the reputable Safe Hands Multispecialty STD Clinic in Delhi. You can also make an appointment online by clicking here.  You may also reach them by phone at 9136363692 or by visiting their official website.

What is the best way to go to Safe Hands Multispecialty STD Clinic?

Dr. Vinod Raina of India is the CMO at Delhi's Safdarjung Hospital, where he has been treating HIV patients for the past 22 years. In Delhi, you should seek PEP treatment.

Dr. Vinod Raina’s WhatsApp number is +91-9136363692, and you can reach him there. You can also reach him via email or through our official website, https://www.pepforhivtreatment.com/.

An HIV specialist may recommend PEP (Post Exposure Prophylaxis) to those who have been exposed to HIV or who are at risk of being infected. For PEP, see Dr. Vinod Raina, a well-known HIV specialist.

Contact us at 9136363692 or 9871605858.

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