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HIV Prevention and Testing => Do I Have HIV? => Topic started by: snoofle on March 25, 2007, 11:44:03 pm
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i just wonder how likely it is to test positive at six months after the last sexual encounter..i tested negative at my three month testing, but i have this persistant ear throat thing that i havent been able to really get rid of since december. and ive been to the doctor countless times and they just said it must be a viral thing, but its starting to worry me now, especially knowing my six month test is coming up soon.
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snoofle,
the 3 month test is considered conclusive. you should be fine in the HIV department, hon.
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snoofle,
Your three month test is conclusive. However, as you are in what is called a serodiscordant relationship, I suggest you do go ahead and test again. This is NOT because I expect you to test anything other than negative, but to give you the confidence you need to carry on with your relationship. Repeated negative tests will show you that condoms do work and will protect you. As long as you use them correctly and consistently for anal or vaginal intercourse (with anyone), you will keep getting those negative results.
Please check out the condom and lube links in my signature line so you can be sure you two are using the condoms correctly. In the column on the left-hand side of either of those pages, there is a link that will take you to a page about the female condom. You might want to try them as they give YOU the control over the condom.
Keep working with your doctor to get your ear/throat thing resolved, and keep in mind that the stress you've experienced lately can make it more difficult to get rid of an infection. Whatever is going on, it isn't hiv related. You are hiv negative. Keep using condoms and you will remain hiv negative.
Ann