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Can Post-exposure Prophylaxis Prevent HIV Infection?
Question: hello doctor,
I am a 28 y/o heterosexual white male. about 24-36 hours ago I had unprotected vaginal and oral sex several times with a heterosexual female of unknown status but who hasn't reported any stds to me. I am mostly concerned with the risk of hiv transmission in this incident. I'm HIV negative prior to this exposure and haven't had any other exposures. Should I consider post exposure prophylaxis? I will do testing as indicated.
I am a 28 y/o heterosexual white male. about 24-36 hours ago I had unprotected vaginal and oral sex several times with a heterosexual female of unknown status but who hasn't reported any stds to me. I am mostly concerned with the risk of hiv transmission in this incident. I'm HIV negative prior to this exposure and haven't had any other exposures. Should I consider post exposure prophylaxis? I will do testing as indicated.
Brief Answer:
Start Prophylaxis
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I understand your concerns about the possibility of HIV.
If you think woman is possible HIV candidate , it is better to start prophylaxis as soon as possible.
You can test for HIV only after 6 months to be very sure. Till then other tests won't give accurate results.
Let me know if you need any more help.
Regards,
Dr. Soumya
Start Prophylaxis
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I understand your concerns about the possibility of HIV.
If you think woman is possible HIV candidate , it is better to start prophylaxis as soon as possible.
You can test for HIV only after 6 months to be very sure. Till then other tests won't give accurate results.
Let me know if you need any more help.
Regards,
Dr. Soumya
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