- female
- 20 Years
- 29/01/2025
I had sex for the first time with a guy on Saturday night, and by Sunday afternoon, I had a fever that lasted about a day. Im worried because I know a fever can be a symptom of HIV, but isnt that too soon for symptoms to show up? It was less than 18 hours after we had sex. We did use a condom, although we had about 5 seconds of skin-to-skin contact without it. Could this mean I dont have HIV, or should I be concerned?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Given your situation, medication can be explored as an alternative to ureteroscopy, but it's essential to consult your urologist for personalized guidance.
Medication Options
- Alpha-blockers: Medications like Tamsulosin (Flomax) can help relax the muscles in the ureter, allowing the stone to pass more easily.
- Pain management: Your doctor may prescribe pain medication to manage discomfort and pain associated with the stone.
- Muscle relaxants: Medications like Diazepam (Valium) can help relax the muscles in the ureter and reduce spasms.
Monitoring and Follow-up
- Regular ultrasound: Schedule regular ultrasound check-ups to monitor the stone's movement and kidney function.
- Blood tests: Regular blood tests can help monitor kidney function and detect any potential complications.
- Symptom monitoring: Keep track of your symptoms, including pain, nausea, and vomiting, and report any changes to your doctor.
When to Consider Ureteroscopy
- Severe pain: If your pain becomes unbearable or persists despite medication.
- Infection: If you develop signs of infection, such as fever, chills, or burning during urination.
- Kidney damage: If your kidney function deteriorates or you experience severe hydronephrosis.
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Consult a Infectious Disease specialist
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