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Q: HIV possibility ?
asked by: prothero on August 16th, 2008
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Hello. I am new here.

I am a 28 year old male living in the UK and 4 weeks ago I had sex with a woman who has just told me that since sleeping with me, she has discovered she has HIV. We used protection, but I am still understandably worried.

I am thinking back to that night, and although I know the condom didn't split, I remember seeing either mine or her fluids at the base of my penis where the condom had ridden up slightly. I guess my concern is that when I took it off, I could have transferred some of this to my tip and therefore possibly have been infected. Is this possible? Or am i worrying about nothing?

I intend to get tested anyway, but I know it is a bit soon just yet. If anyone can help ease my worries I would be very greatful! I am going out of my mind!!
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homerx
replied on August 16th, 2008
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It is possible...get tested.
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prothero
replied on August 16th, 2008
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But is it still unlikely? I am in no doubt about getting tested though.

Is it too soon to be tested yet? Should i wait atleast 6-8 weeks?
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homerx
replied on August 16th, 2008
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Unlikely...yeah...but if there is a 1% chance that is enough so I am glad to hear your going to get tested regardless. Yeah, for a truly accurate test you really need to wait about 3 months from the possible exposure...but I think you will be fine...get tested when the time comes, don't have unprotected sex or any risky behavior during the weighting period,my friend and I think it will turn out OK...let us hear how your doing.Good Luck to you.
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prothero
replied on August 16th, 2008
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I will. Thankyou for your reassurance.
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homerx
replied on August 16th, 2008
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No worries...
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