I'm really worried because my HIV rapid test came back negative after 7 months, and even the HIV Western Blot test was negative at 4 months. But I've been experiencing a lot of infections in my body. Is it possible that the tests might not be conclusive? Could there be any reason why my immune system is acting this way if not due to HIV?

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Dr Mubarak Parveez B

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Based on the negative results from both your HIV rapid test (at 7 months) and the HIV Western Blot (at 4 months), it is highly reassuring and suggests that you are not infected with HIV. However, if you're experiencing multiple infections, it could be worthwhile to investigate other underlying causes with your healthcare provider for further evaluation.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I'm really worried about my health situation and hope you can help me out. Back in June 2015, I had protected sex with a sex worker. Over the past year, I've done several HIV tests, including the tri-dot and an ICTC test, and all of them came back negative, even the one-year mark test. But I'm anxious because I've read online about a connection between HIV and filariasis. Lately, I've had jaundice and a swollen testicle, and I'm currently on medications like dec 100 mg. So now, I'm really confused and would like to know: how accurate is the tri-dot test, and could all these symptoms be related in any way? Am I really in the clear or should I be worried?

There is no such relation no need to worry you are free from hiv ,get yourself tested once a yr for 3 years

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