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Prep In Hiv

Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is a preventive strategy used to reduce the risk of contracting HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) in individuals who are at high risk of HIV infection. PrEP involves taking a daily medication, usually a combination of two antiretroviral drugs (Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate and Emtricitabine), to lower the chances of becoming infected with HIV.

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I have a severe sore throat after sex with a sex worker. Why?

Query: Hi doctor,I had protected sex with a sex worker, and quit smoking after that due to guilt. After around 20 days after exposure, I had a severe sore throat, which lasted around a month. I experienced a dry mouth and lips in the following days, which is still there. I thought it might be an STD, and d...  Read Full »


Dr. Shubadeep Debabrata Sinha

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is a blood-borne virus transmitted via sexual intercourse, shared intravenous drug paraphernalia, and during the birth process or via human milk (vertical transmission). HIV disease is ca...  Read Full »

I want to stop taking PrEP. How can I go about it?

Query: Hi doctor, I am a male taking PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) for two months. However, I would like to stop taking it. How long should I continue taking PrEP after my last possible exposure? Please help. Thanks.  Read Full »


Dr. Ravinder K. Sachdeva

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Recommendations are given below: 1. If a person is in a monogamous relationship with an HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) partner who has HIV viral load suppressed, and the condom is being used consistently and correctly, PrEP (pre-exposure...  Read Full »

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