Question
I accidentally ran over a dead snake and lizard while riding a bicycle, and there was blood everywhere around them. Then, while going through a water vortex, some of the water splashed onto me. I’m worried because I fear the blood from the wheels might have splashed onto me as well. Please help me understand, doctor, thank you.
Answer
Hello, there will be no effect on you in this situation. Moreover, your skin has excellent protective functions. Only if there are wounds or breaks on your skin that come into contact with contaminated blood might infection occur. Just make sure to clean it up promptly. There is no issue now; you will not get infected by coming into contact with the blood. Your current situation is an indirect contact with no skin contact, so there is no problem at all; it will not cause skin infection or poisoning. Take it easy; there is no need for any treatment.