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What Causes Paranoia?

On April 12th I had unprotected penetrative vaginal sex with a female as a male, about 2 weeks later I had flu and paranoia and delusions set in. I went to a clinic in Switzerland where I was on holiday, they did a blood test, it was negative, and said the possibility was low given the circumstances of one interaction, male/female sex, and the female s background. This was on the 2nd May, I m planning to get tested again on the 7th May, so I assume it will be a negative result also and furthermore on July 12th when I do the recommended 3 month postexposure test? Since I experienced no symptoms or anything of that nature, do I have reason to worry? Thanks in advance.
Mon, 12 May 2014
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I think, it is too early to say that whether you got any infection or not. Usually window period in HIV is three months. Before that, every test would come normal. In that case, better to stay relax and hope for the best. You precautionary measure you can start anti HIV treatment after physician consultation. In case, you need further help, you can ask.

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What Causes Paranoia?

HI Thanks for using healthcare magic I think, it is too early to say that whether you got any infection or not. Usually window period in HIV is three months. Before that, every test would come normal. In that case, better to stay relax and hope for the best. You precautionary measure you can start anti HIV treatment after physician consultation. In case, you need further help, you can ask. Thanks