I’m sorry to bother you. Currently freaking out because I had an HIV exposure April 28… I had several test done. HIV 1&2 4th Generation blood test( 33 days after exposure) Negative. HIV 4th Generation rapid test (35 days after exposure ) negative. HIV-RNA (36 days after exposure) negative. 4th Generation rapid test (52 days after exposure) negative. 4th Generation blood test( 60 days after exposure) Negative I had an HIV INSTI rapid test (70 days after exposure) and it was negative. Currently having a sore throat, white tongue and it’s dry and raw. Swollen lymph nodes. Should I be concerned?? Did I test too soon ? Is there a probability of getting a positive result?
HIV exposure
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Short answer is no. You do not have HIV. The fourth generation HIV testing is extremely accurate and sensitive at 3 weeks after infection especially those done at the laboratory (not point of care).
Rather the repeated testing suggest that you may have anxiety. You may wish to address that with a counsellor.
Next. Sore throat, white tongue and swollen lymph node may be a viral infection or somatic manifestations of your anxiety. A consultation with your doctor would help you discern that better.
Lastly.. avoid HIV exposure. Take precautions and be in a monogamous relationship. The stress of an unwanted sexually transmitted disease, especially a highly stigmatized disease like HIV, is unnecessary, and a nuisance.
Dr Leong Hoe Nam
Senior Consultant Infectious Diseases Physician
Rophi Clinic Singapore
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