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I had sex with protection, but the sex worker rubbed my penis for 15 seconds. Will I get HIV?

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Answered by

Dr. Ashok Kumar

Medically reviewed by

Dr. Preetha. J

Published At November 16, 2020
Reviewed AtJune 13, 2023

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I had a breakup with my girlfriend, and due to the loss, I ended up having sex with a sex worker. But I had used protection, and the condom was intact after my ejaculation. I even checked for any leaks but found none, after which she gently rubbed my penis for about 15 seconds, and I tried to do it a second time, however since I could not get an erection and was not able to put the condom on, I did not do it a second time. So my question is, do I need to take any tests for STDs as I did not use protection? Now I am back with my girlfriend, so can I engage in protected sex with my girlfriend?

Answered by Dr. Ashok Kumar

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I read your query and understand your concerns about contracting STDs (sexually transmitted diseases).

As stated above, you were careful enough to use a condom, and fortunately, there was no breach or spillage of fluids, which almost makes a negligible chance for transmission of STDs. So practically speaking, there is little risk of major sexually transmitted infections. However, skin contact with sex workers can cause infections, and it is important to be watchful for the next couple of weeks. In case there is any emergence of symptoms, appropriate tests must be ordered. In case there is no emergence of symptoms, the experience can be ignored. I also like to communicate that even with the use of protection, it is never 100 % safe and should be avoided as far as possible. Regarding your engagement with your regular partner, I feel protection should be used for the next couple of months to avoid any form of STD transmission to your girlfriend.

I hope this answers you.

Feel free to write back to me if you have more questions.

Thanks and regards.

Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

Thanks for your reply.

It has been about ten days now, and so far, I have no symptoms. I do not have any health issues. Everything seems normal, except I cannot sleep well due to anxiety. I have decided not to take hasty decisions. So can I get back to my normal life, leaving this thing behind?

Answered by Dr. Ashok Kumar

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

Thanks for the follow-up and for letting me know that you decided to exercise proper control over future decisions. The absence of any symptoms after ten days of exposure rules out most skin-to-skin contact infections, and rest assured, you can keep aside this experience for the rest of your life. An intact condom and no contact with body fluids eliminate the risk of most severe infections. I think you can keep aside that part, including the anxiety associated with it.

I hope this helps you.

Further, in case you have more questions, feel free to write back to me.

I wish you great health ahead.

Thanks and regards.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Thank you for the clarity.

So in my case, I checked the condom again, which I used. It had no leaks. When I tried to penetrate again, the new condom did not fit me as I was not erect. So basically, it is only one exposure, which was protected. So I just want to close this episode in my mind. As it has already been about 12 days now, and I do not have any unusual fever, rashes, or weakness associated with HIV, and also none of the symptoms associated with the other STDs. So can I consider myself safe?

Answered by Dr. Ashok Kumar

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

Thanks for the follow-up.

As we have discussed everything in detail, at this stage, consider the safety profile up to mark. I feel this needs to be ignored for the time being. Since there is nothing to add specifically, I am closing this query.

In case you feel there are no more questions, please post here.

Thanks again.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Thanks again.

This was an old query. I have no more questions regarding this as you definitely, mentioned I can leave this behind for the rest of my life. Thanks for the support.

Answered by Dr. Ashok Kumar

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

Thanks for the follow-up and much essential positive attitude.

Definitely, it is something that is difficult to say, but the turning of events over the last two weeks shows nothing abnormal, and I hope everything will remain as normal as possible. As we move on, it is important to remain vigilant and discard all worries with time.

Thanks again for your resilience.

Regards.

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