possible hiv exposure what is my risk

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hi I'm a hetero male with possible exposure to hiv. i had unprotected vaginal sex with a woman who gets around (stupid inknow) and started having symptoms a week or two after. i literally had every symptom and been to er twice. both times all bloods came back fine but i know that doesnt say much in the case of hiv. symptoms are fatigue out of this world, armpit/neck pain ( which i assumed lymph nodes), recurring sore throat, loss of appetite(now im

always hungry)weight loss(ive gained back now couple months after) , rashes all over, vertigo/dizziness, rumbling stomach noise, sensitive teeth/gums, leg heaviness hands and feet going numb. im so nervous to test everyone says its stress/anxiety but can someone plz help!?

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  • Posted

    You should definately consult a physician as soon as possible. First of all, talk to the girl, ask her if she suffers from any sexual condition. Secondly, try to stay calm, this might be all in your head, sometimes people get sick just by being afraid. And lastly, next time try not having unprotected sex with unknown girls.

    If you need any help further i'll do my best to help.

    • Posted

      thanks for the response! i asked her shortly after the encounter and she said she was fine(of course) but i havent been right ever since

    • Posted

      and i know it was a very unwise decision and im regretting it everday

  • Posted

    anything is possible but you have listed a ton of symptoms which makes me think you are really getting worked up and while not intentionally doing so you are exaggerating the severity. It sounds like you are practically dying and no medical professional would ignore this. This is only going to work against you in terms of getting proper treatment as the focus may shift towards neuroticism. I don't know if you are fine but you really need to stop feeding these thoughts it is destructive. Worry and fear is fine but...

    • Posted

      im very scared i just hope this stupid mistake doesnt change my life forever

  • Posted

    hey, dont worry. those symptoms doesnt really mean anything.

    also u are new here on this forum, or else u would already read same stories from lots of users.

    mostly its anxiety and negative thought process.

    keep calm and make yourself busy in something as you will forget about this story all symptoms which u saw will disappear automatically.

  • Posted

    drew my symptoms wont let up they are causing me to not be able to live my life

  • Posted

    im haviing same problems ,tested negative at 4 months , what is your status now? have you figured out the reason behind all yr symptom? have you been feeling any better? thank you

    • Posted

      yes, looks like its all good with the op.

      So even you calm down. 4 negative test means its all good.

      Just make your brain not to think anything about it or relate it to what you think.

      its all good.

    • Posted

      thanks for reply luis

      what is you think abt all the symptoms , how can i believe in tests with a lot of symptoms going on?

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