- Male
- 26 Years
- 29/01/2025
I'm worried about an HIV test I took. It was a 4th generation CMIA antigen and antibody test, and it came back non-reactive. This was after I received oral sex 6 years ago. I'm relieved but also concerned because I was using nasal steroids at the time of the test as part of my treatment. Could those steroids have affected the test result and made it a false negative? What are your thoughts on this?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Fever, cold, and body pain after a piles operation can be concerning.
Normal post-operative symptoms:
- Mild fever (less than 100.4F)
- Slight body pain
- Mild discomfort
However, if you experience:
- High fever (over 101.5F)
- Severe body pain
- Chills
- Increased bleeding or discharge
- Difficulty urinating
Seek immediate medical attention, as these could be signs of:
- Infection
- Bleeding complications
- Urinary retention
Consult your surgeon or healthcare provider to assess your condition and provide guidance.
Dr. Kareemulla Suggests...
Consult a Infectious Disease specialist
Answered 04/07/2025
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View allI had a massage yesterday that involved body-to-body contact, but no kissing or penetration. I did insert my finger in her vagina a couple of times, but my fingers had no wounds. She gave me a handjob afterwards. Now I'm super anxious about whether my penis might have accidentally touched her vagina, even though I didn't notice any fluids. To ease my worries, I got her tested today for HIV, hepatitis B and C, and syphilis using the HIV RNA PCR, p24 AgAb CMA method, and everything came back negative. She also said she's never had penetrative sex. Can I be sure I'm safe? I'm really stressing out and I don't think I'll go to a massage parlor again. Would appreciate any advice.
Based on the tests conducted, which returned negative results for HIV, hepatitis B and C, and syphilis, and considering the massage therapist's confession of being clean and not having penetrative sex, the risk of transmission appears low; however, to completely alleviate concerns, consider consulting a healthcare professional for personalized advice and possibly undergoing additional testing after the recommended window period for maximum reassurance.
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I'm a bit worried because I had sex with my wife before realizing she has typhoid. Is there any chance I could catch it too? What steps should I take now?
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