How accurate is the HIV test after eight weeks of exposure?
Hi doctor,
I did an HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) rapid screening after eight weeks of exposure, and the results came negative. I do not have any other symptoms of HIV. Is this result reliable? Do I need to do other tests?
30 Apr 2024 - 1 min read
How accurate is the HIV test after five weeks?
Hello doctor,
I had a 13-day HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) PCR (polymerase chain reaction) test, a 28-day antibody test, and a fifth-week HIV fourth-generation duo test. All the tests came back negative. What are my chances of still encountering an HIV-positive test?
29 Apr 2024 - 1 min read
Risk from HIV-infected surgeon touching bleeding site?
Hi doctor,
Last month, a doctor with HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) gave an injection in my vein without using gloves. She did not use any cotton, she just put her finger to stop the bleeding. She also rubbed my vein with her hands when it was still bleeding. Am I at risk? I did HIV DNA (Deoxyribonucleicacid) PCR(Polymerase Chain Reaction) after 9 days, and after one month fourth generation ELISA(Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay) test. One of the doctor told me that the window period is 90-180 days. What test should be done after six months?
25 Apr 2024 - 1 min read
Could my symptoms after unprotected sex be due to HIV?
Hello doctor,
I am a 36 year old male, and I had sex with a CSW (Community Sex Worker), who was 32 years old. I had unprotected sex with her once last year, and I had protected sex with her five months back. I was diagnosed with herpes zoster four months back. After this, I have done p24 antigen, tri-dot, hepatitis B and C, and all STD (Sexually Transmitted Disease) tests, which were all non-reactive. Except for IgM (Immunogloblulin M) for(Herpes Simplex Virus) HSV 1 and 2, which was positive. Please help.
23 Apr 2024 - 1 min read
How accurate is an HIV test taken on 8th day of exposure?
Hello doctor,
I am in 24th-day post possible HIV(Human Immunodeficiency Virus) exposure. It was a broken condom with a sex worker. On day 6 I started experiencing pain in my legs which has continued until this day. I have also gone through a period of intense stomach gurgling, and shoulder and neck pain. I have monitored my temperature and have been normal until yesterday. On day 23, where I woke up to 100 degree temperature that lasted all day. Last night I experienced bed sweats. I did an HIV RNA (Ribonucleic Acid) TMA(Thromboticmicro angiopathy) test by LabCorp at day 8 and 16, both are negative. Can I have comfort in the results of these tests as being negative? I plan to retest, but I am getting conflicting answers on the timing and accuracy of this test. The most recent consultation said these tests were the best out there and I can rely on the results I have. Your professional opinion is much appreciated.
22 Apr 2024 - 1 min read
