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  • 29/01/2025

I'm feeling really anxious and depressed after an experience with an escort where the condom accidentally slipped. I immediately pulled out and put on a new one, but now I'm really worried about my chances of catching HIV or an STD. It's been three days, and I can't stop thinking about it. Can you help ease my mind or let me know what my risks really are?

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I'm planning to donate blood and want to make sure everything is okay. I've never had sex, but there was this one time I accidentally used a syringe that had already been used, and it's been bothering me ever since. I'm thinking about getting an HIV test, but I'm a bit confused with all the types, like HIV 1 and HIV 2. Which one should I go for just to make sure I'm all clear? Is it safe to take this test? I'm feeling a bit anxious and could use some guidance.

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