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What is the possibility of HIV infection from an HIV infected surgeon injecting with bare hands?
Query: Hi doctor, Last month, a doctor with HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) gave an injection in my vein without using gloves. She did not use any cotton, she just put her finger to stop the bleeding. She also rubbed my vein with her hands when it was still bleeding. Am I at risk? I did HIV DNA (Deoxyri... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Let me answer your query step by step. There was no risk of HIV involved by the injection given by HIV infected doctor surgeon. Even if she touched with her finger at the bleeding site with the naked hand, you were not at risk. HIV cannot be transmitted by touching HIV in... Read Full »
What are the recommended detectable tests for HIV?
Query: Hello doctor, I did protected sex with a known lady two times, (65 days before and 36 days back). She has breast milk, I swallowed a couple of drops at that time. I felt fatigue, and a couple of bumps on the back of the neck after five days of second exposure. I got tested HIV duo combo after 28... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for sharing your medical info with us. In terms of HIV detection tests, ELISA (enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay test) is the first test to be done and then if positive, western blot is recommended. You and your partner have both tested negative with rapid H... Read Full »
I have a sore on my tongue and irritation in my throat. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I had an infection before seven months. I got HSV1 (Herpes Simplex Virus). I was given Acyclovir 200 mg taken five times a day for five days and then they increased my dosage to 400 mg to be taken for five times a day for 10 days. After my Acyclovir course ended, I did an RNA (Ribonucleic... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I wish to clear some important points before answering your questions. Regarding HSV (Herpes Simplex Virus) infection and treatment: The HSV will remain in your body and it is not completely treated as it is a genetic material. It will be present in the cells and get rea... Read Full »
I have redness on penis even after taking Tavin-EM and Instgra. Why?
Query: Hi doctor, I have a symptom of redness on my penis and with no pain and itchiness on it for the past one day. Can you please suggest me something? I had unprotected sex due to condom break two weeks back with an unknown person for that I am taking Tavin-EM and Instgra medicine now for 28 days as pr... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I could not get the contents of the medication prescribed to you. Could you send the same with details I would be able to comment on the issue. Secondly, get a forth generation enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA) test done for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) ... Read Full »
The girl used her saliva for lubrication. Can I be HIV positive?
Query: Hello doctor,My question is regarding possible HIV exposure six weeks ago. The condom protected vaginal and oral although she did masturbate me without a condom and used spit for lubrication. I took the fourth generation ELISA at four weeks and five weeks and both were negative. I was on a testoster... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I am pleased to help you with your concern. The risk of transmission of the HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) in the scenario you have described is extremely low, even if your sexual partner was an infected carrier. There is very little evidence to support a high t... Read Full »
I got diarrhea after protected oral sex. Did I get HIV?
Query: Hi doctor, I met a guy. I decided not to have sex as I do not know him. He gave me protected oral (blow job) with a condom. Also, I fingered his anus two minutes with vaseline by putting nitrile gloves. That is all and he also sucked my nipples. We did not have anal sex. There was little masturbatio... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is unlikely to acquire HIV without exchange of body fluids. In your case, masturbation and oral sex have very minimal chance for such. Your diarrhea could be due to other infections. I hope this helps. Thank you. Read Full »
Can getting a negative result in RNA PCR test be conclusive?
Query: Hello doctor,A month ago, I engaged in unprotected oral sex with a paid female partner. On the fourth day, I experienced a severe headache that lasted for five days, along with one day of pain in the tip of the shaft. On the twelfth day, I underwent an RNA polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test, which... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Thank you for stopping by at icliniq.com. I am here to provide expert opinions on your medical queries. Below are the answers to your queries. The RNA PCR (polymerase chain reaction) test conducted at 12 days is not considered conclusive. It has a sensitivity of 99.5 percent. I would sugges... Read Full »
I have cough and small red spots on my hand after sex. Is it HIV?
Query: Hello doctor, I had sex with a sex worker 45 days back. During this, my condom broke, and I immediately withdrew my penis and went to the washroom, and cleaned my penis with water. After this incident, I have had a slight cough and small red spots on my hand. Can this be an HIV (HUman Immunodeficien... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Unprotected sexual encounters are a risk factor for multiple STDs (sexually transmitted diseases), including HIV. Condom slippage is considered condom failure, and it is regarded as an unprotected act. However, the risk of acquiring HIV through ... Read Full »
My wife has high TSH. How to ensure a successful pregnancy?
Query: Hello doctor, We are trying for pregnancy. My wife recently got some tests done namely a TORCH profile with the primary sample being serum through the ECLIA method. The toxoplasma IgG was 500.0 positive IU/mL and rubella IgM was 0.20 with negative COI. With the ELISA method, there is HSV I and II I... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your wife is immune to rubella and CMV (cytomegalovirus). If you just want to be sure about the recent infection get an avidity testing for CMV and rubella infection. Your TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone) is very high. You need to see an endocrinologist or physician ... Read Full »
Which tests should I choose for STIs and HIV to be certain?
Query: Hi doctor, I had protected sex with a CSW (Commercial Sex Worker) five months before. I do not know the condom's status, either broken or ruptured. I was drunk that day, but I did not even ejaculate. Since I had a doubt, I took a test in the 4th week, HIV 1 and 2 antibody rapid tests from the labora... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. You have gone for antibody testing for HIV (Human Immuno deficiency Virus) 1 and 2 many times, and it has come negative. When two tests for antibody detection based on different principles are negative, it means the individual is not having ... Read Full »