Does Swollen Lymph Nodes Caused By STD?

Posted on Tue, 14 Feb 2023

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Question : hi doc,

I have protected intercourse with prostitute a months ago. that's my first intercourse.

I haven't get any symptoms for a months. but, I feel that I have swollen lymph nodes under the ear for 2 weeks. it doesn't get bigger. but, it doesn't go away as well.

but, I don't have other symptoms.

Am I required to take hiv test? please advise. I'm worried.

Answered by Dr. Bhanu Partap (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Kindly refer below

Detailed Answer:
If you have used proper protection then there is no need to worry. You are just stressing out.

Thanks

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