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May 16th, 2011
Sir,

Four and half year ago i had protected sex with prostitute.

so now after almost 4 and half year later i saw some swelling in my left armpit which is not painful and and cant see with naked eye , but my hand can feel .
it is not irritating also but something is there , i consult with my family doctor and he gave me some tablets.

also i have test myself by antibody trio-dot and SECOND GENERATION ELISA. Both test are non-reactive.

Doc. please i have some question

1) does such swelling in armpit only related to HIV and cancer and is this very common symtom of hiv ( please explain abt that swelling im very scared ) I dont find Any other part like Groin , Nck swelling. and dont have nay symtoms too except armpit swelling

2) Can we test after 4 and half year later through such antibody test.

Please Explain Doc. i am very scared can i consider my bothtest conclusive.

Please explain briefly...

thanks and regards


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replied May 16th, 2011
HIV and AIDS Answer A23014
Hello and welcome to e health forum.

The swelling described could be due to a enlarged lymph node associated with a bacterial infection in the skin.

It does not seem to be due to HIV.

In addition, since the HIV test is negative, after 4 years post exposure, it is a conclusive evidence that you don't have HIV.

You might consult a doctor for reassurance and advice if you still have any doubts.


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