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  • 25 Years
  • 29/01/2025

I had sex with someone new last night and during it the condom broke. It took me about a minute before fixing it and switching to a new one. Now I'm stressed about the risk of getting HIV from this. Is there a real chance I got infected? What should I do now if there's a possibility of having caught something?

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Hi, I understand your concern. There's a potential risk of HIV transmission if the other person is HIV positive. I recommend starting PEP (post-exposure prophylaxis) within 72 hours and getting tested. Please consult a doctor immediately for evaluation and guidance.

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