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Q: Possible HIV infection ?
asked by: tiger2020 on December 29th, 2008
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I have a few symptoms of HIV that I am concerned with. About 6 months ago I had brief unprotected sex with a woman. I now 6 months later have had periods of fatigue in my arms. I also have a small bump that has appeared inside my upper lip it is small and is not discolored. It has been there for about 3 weeks now. Also lately I noticed my tongue is slightly white, Im not sure if it is thrush as it doesnt seem very thick or too patchy. I am going crazy, I have an appointment to get tested this week. Does this sound like possible HIV? The white tongue which I started to notice about a month ago is my most concerning symptom. Other than that I feel/look fine. No fevers, night sweats, i dont think my glands are swollen, no dry cough. I also smoke and I havent been the best caretaker of my mouth. only brushing once to twice a day rarely used mouthwash or floss. Not sure if that has anything to do with the whiteness on the tongue. I have been very stressed about this for about 3 months!! Thank you so very much for your help and the time you have taken to read this and hopefully reply! Best wishes to everyone and god bless!
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homerx
replied on December 30th, 2008
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Hi.Thrush is a sign of HIV but also a sign of many other things.It isn't a definite.Get tested for all STDs.All of them as this could be something besides HIV.Please don't stress but get tested.Not knowing is worse than knowing.Believe me,once you know you will feel better no matter the results.I am HIV and once I got tested and knew what the problem was I was able to act,get my life and my health back.I am doing great now simply because I over came the fear.Get tested....that's the only way.Good Luck!
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