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Will I get HIV through unprotected oral and vaginal sex?
Query: Hello doctor,Two months ago, I had protected vaginal sex twice and unprotected oral sex and a blowjob. After 9 days and 22 hours, I took HIV RNA PCR. It was negative, but I am still worried about HIV and other STDs (sexually transmitted diseases). I do not have any symptoms of HSV (human simplex vir... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. I understand that you are worried about the possibility of HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) and other STIs(sexually transmitted infection) or STDs(sexually transmitted diseases). It is important to prioritize your s... Read Full »
I had a nude body-to-body massage. Am I at HIV risk?
Query: Hello doctor,I had a nude body-to-body massage 15 days ago with a handjob finish. The rubbing was mostly done on my back with her upper body. The handjob was done with lube, and the tip of her tongue briefly touched the bottom of the penis shaft but I said no, so there was no penetrative oral whatso... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand that you are concerned about the potential risks of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) after your recent encounter. Let us address your concerns regarding HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) and other STIs (sexually transmitted infections). HIV: Based... Read Full »
My condom broke and I am worried about HIV infection. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor,Yesterday, my condom broke as I was entering the vagina of an unknown lady. The whole episode happened so fast (less than five to 10 seconds). I am not sure if the tip of my circumcised penis was in contact with the inside of the vagina or the butt hole, as I could not see. The lady sai... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. The chances of transmission of HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) through single unprotected intercourse are low. The act can be considered almost as unprotected intercourse as there was a condom tear. If the person is HIV-negative, the... Read Full »
My condom broke during intercourse. Will i contract HIV?
Query: Hello doctor,I am concerned about having intercourse with an unknown partner as the condom broke in between. We are not sure if this incident happened immediately before penetration or after it. I swiftly left after this incident as it started to worry me. She did mention that she tests regularly. D... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. It is essential to remember that the risk of contracting HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) through a single act of unprotected intercourse is low, especially if the other person has tested negative for HIV and is practicing safe sex. Ho... Read Full »
I have been anxious about HIV for the past year. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor,I have been stressing about HIV for the last 12 months. My last exposure was 12 months ago, and I have done plenty of tests since then. I did three antibody self-tests 5 months after exposure. I was not sure how to interpret them as they only showed one visible line, which essentially mean... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have reviewed your medical history and understand your concerns. If the HIV antibodies test, conducted in a reliable laboratory after 90 days of exposure, is negative, then it is conclusive, provided there is no further risk exposure. Repeatedly negative tests afte... Read Full »
My HIV tests are repeatedly negative. Can I still have HIV?
Query: Hello doctor, Is it possible I can be an elite controller of HIV (human immunodeficiency virus)? I was exposed to HIV a year ago. I tested using a self-test kit six months later, and it only showed one line, but at the place of the second line, only a small dot appeared. I got scared and went for a... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. Rapid card test results follow the all-or-none principle. You require a complete line to be considered positive. Anything other than that is negative. Also, you have gone through multiple other tests with signif... Read Full »
I had oral sex and developed sore throat. Is it HIV?
Query: Hello doctor, I had a sexual encounter with a prostitute who seemed to be in a healthy condition and free from diseases. I had oral contact with her vaginal fluids, though I did not have any intercourse or kissing with her. After four days of a sexual encounter, I developed a sore throat with a 99-... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Unprotected sexual activities do lead to multiple STDs (sexually transmitted diseases), including HIV (human immunodeficiency virus). But we need to be aware of the other STDs that can spread through this mode, such as syphilis, herpe... Read Full »
Will I get HIV if I have an oral sex?
Query: Hello doctor,I got a massage a few months ago. The masseuse gave me a blowjob without a condom. I went to the hospital four days later with a urinary tract infection. I was given IV antibiotics for three days and antibiotic tablets for two weeks. There was no testing done for STDs. Do I need to be w... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Unprotected sexual exposure is a risk factor for a variety of diseases and STDs (sexually transmitted diseases), including HIV (human immunodeficiency virus). Oral sex, on the other hand, has a low risk of HIV transmi... Read Full »
I am in PrEP on demand. Should I start PEP in addition?
Query: Hello doctor, I am in PrEP on demand. This week, I took the protocol as indicated (two initial doses, one dose the next day, and two more every day for 48 hours after sex). In the sexual relationship, the condom was broken, and I did not realize it. I am nervous even though I fulfilled the protocol... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Thank you for stopping by! I am here to provide expert opinion on your medical issues. The chances of transmission of HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) through single unprotected intercourse are low. Condom breakage can be considered almost as unprotected intercourse, though the risk in your... Read Full »
Can I contract HIV even after using protection during sex?
Query: Hello doctor, I had protected sex with a masseuse in a spa. I was using protection all the time and I am 99 % sure it did not break because when I pulled out myself my semen was still inside the condom. Now in the third week, I am experiencing a sore throat and little swollen lymph nodes. I am very ... Read Full »
Dr. Goswami Parth Rajendragiri
Answer: Hello,Welcome to the icliniq.com.I can understand your concernI have seen your reports (attachments have been removed to protect patient's privacy) which are nonreactive for HIV (human immunodeficiency virus).The CMIA (Chemiluminescent Microparticle Immuno Assay) like a combo HIV test detects both a... Read Full »