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Protected Sex

Protected or safe sex is methods to reduce the risk of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Some of the ways that you can protect yourself from infections like HIV, chlamydia, syphilis, and gonorrhea are using barrier methods like condoms or dental dams.

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I had unprotected oral sex with an unknown person and my HIV test results came back negative. Should I still be concerned?

Query: Hello doctor, I engaged in protected vaginal sex and unprotected oral sex with an unknown individual. I sought consultation from a dermatologist who specializes in sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). The dermatologist conducted an HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) duo test, which detects both HIV...  Read Full »


Dr. Jeremy David O' Kennedy

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and I can understand your concern. Following information will help you. The newer generation combo tests have high sensitivity, meaning they are capable of detecting the presence of HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infection reliably. However, it is...  Read Full »

I had a protected sex but still I fear I have HIV. Please help me to get out of this.

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 24-year-old male. I had six times protected sex with a prostitute. I had used a condom all the time, and it was not broken or slip off. At all the time, I used to do vaginal intercourse merely half a minute. After that, I remove my part and masturbate. I have not ejaculated insi...  Read Full »


Dr. Jeremy David O' Kennedy

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Even though there is a higher than normal incidence of HIV infection in workers in the sex trade, the fact that you used a condom, does make the risk that you contracted the HI Virus very low and unlikely. In my experience, however, I have found that patients will only...  Read Full »

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