- male
- 25 Years
- 22/01/2025
I recently had protected intercourse with a massage therapist I didn't know, and it only lasted about 5 minutes. I'm really concerned and wondering how good condoms are at keeping you safe from HIV, especially since the condom didnt break the whole time. Could you shed some light on this?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
mostly no but get it checked once
Dr. Chandra Suggests...
Consult a Infectious Disease specialist
Answered 04/07/2025
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I've been really worried about the window period for HIV testing. I got tested after 140 days, and my result came back non-reactive. I'm wondering if that means Im definitely in the clear, or if there's a more accurate test I should consider for better peace of mind. Could you shed some light on the best test option for HIV detection?
The window period for HIV testing varies depending on the type of test used, ranging from 10 to 90 days. For a non-reactive result after 140 days, it's likely that the test has detected the absence of HIV antibodies and antigens, indicating a negative status. The best test for HIV detection is the 4th generation antibodyantigen test, which can detect 99% of samples within 45 days. However, if you're still concerned, consider a nucleic acid test (NAT), which can detect HIV within 10-33 days.
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I'm really concerned because during intercourse with a sex worker, the condom tore. I'm worried about the risk of infections. Can you advise me on what I should do?
no
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