I'm really worried because I was with a call girl and the condom broke while we were together. I'm scared about the risk of HIV. How soon should I get tested after having unprotected sex?

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Dr Ranjith Darla

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3+ Yrs

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Yes, having sex with a torn condom increases the risk of HIV transmission; the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommend getting tested for HIV at 2-3 weeks, 6 weeks, and 3 months after potential exposure;

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Answered 04/07/2025

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