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  • 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?

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Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors

Fever, cold, and body pain after a piles operation can be concerning.

Normal post-operative symptoms:

  1. Mild fever (less than 100.4F)
  2. Slight body pain
  3. Mild discomfort

However, if you experience:

  1. High fever (over 101.5F)
  2. Severe body pain
  3. Chills
  4. Increased bleeding or discharge
  5. Difficulty urinating

Seek immediate medical attention, as these could be signs of:

  1. Infection
  2. Bleeding complications
  3. 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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