Dr. Shah Sushma Kant
HIV/AIDS specialist
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Hi doctor,
I had sex with a sex worker. I used a condom but I am still worried that I may get HIV(human Immunodeficiency Virus) or any STD(Sexually Transmitted Disease). I did not see condom after intercourse whether it tore or not but I think the head of the penis was covered well. Am I safe? What are my chances of getting HIV?
Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com.
As you have had protected sex, no chance of HIV, STD, or HSV may be there. If any symptoms appear then think about the test. At present, no need for ELISA (enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay) in 7 to 10 days. or RNA (Ribonucleic Acid) PCR (Polymerase Chain reaction) on the 15th day or fourth generation CMIA (Chemiluminescence Microparticle Immunoassay) kit test for HIV on 28th day. You can get any one test done. The last one is the best.
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