Flashblood
Flashblood
Flashblood (/ˈflæʃblʌd/) is a term used in the medical field, particularly in relation to intravenous drug use and HIV transmission.
Etymology
The term "flashblood" is a combination of the words "flash" and "blood". The "flash" part of the term refers to the quick, sudden action of the practice, while "blood" refers to the substance being shared or reused. The term originated in the early 2000s, during the height of the HIV/AIDS epidemic.
Definition
Flashblood is the practice of sharing blood, often among intravenous drug users, in an attempt to share or reuse the effects of the drugs in the blood. This is typically done by one person injecting drugs and then drawing some of their own blood back into the syringe, which is then injected by another person.
Related Terms
- Intravenous drug use: The act of injecting drugs directly into the bloodstream. This is often associated with a higher risk of disease transmission, including HIV and hepatitis.
- HIV transmission: The process by which the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is spread from one person to another. This can occur through various methods, including sexual contact, sharing of needles, and flashblood.
- Harm reduction: Strategies and practices aimed at reducing the negative effects and harms associated with drug use, including practices such as needle exchange programs and safe injection sites.
Risks and Concerns
Flashblood is a high-risk practice due to the potential for transmission of blood-borne diseases, particularly HIV and hepatitis. The sharing of needles and syringes also increases the risk of infection and disease transmission.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Flashblood
- Wikipedia's article - Flashblood
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