Hello, I had a potential HIV exposure 85 days ago. Since around 75 days after exposure, I have been experiencing itching and irritation on my hands and feet. I took an HIV DUO test after 80 days, and it came back non reactive with a value of 0.82. I am very anxious because of the persistent itching. Can you please explain why my blood test is negative even though I am experiencing these symptoms?

Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

Dr Shaik Kalam

General Practitioner

MD (Physician)
3+ Yrs

Consult Now

A non reactive HIV Duo test after 80 days is highly reliable. Itching may be due to allergy or skin condition, not HIV. No further HIV testing needed. Consult a dermatologist if itching persists.

Dr. Shaik Suggests...

Take a IgE Test Test

Book IgE Test Test

Answered 11/09/2025

More TOTAL IGE Health Queries

View all

As per my recent blood report, my IgE (immunoglobulin E) level is significantly elevated at 1667. My local doctor has advised me to undergo a complete allergy test at a specialized hospital. Could you please advise on the next steps and what I should do?

Answered by Apollo Doctors

I consulted a doctor for skin and dust allergy. He advised an IgE serum test. The result shows IgE serum level greater than 3000. Is this very serious?

Answered by Apollo Doctors

Is my report normal or should I take medicine? I do not know whether I have asthma or not but my IgE value is very high at 1900.

Answered by Apollo Doctors

Disclaimer: Answers on Apollo 247 are not intended to replace your doctor advice. Always seek help of a professional doctor in case of an medical emergency or ailment.