A related discussion, hiv symptoms was started.
Im kinda sacred mi self _ Um just go to tha doc to get check out
I think the guy was concerned and asked the dermo because of the sore in his mouth. Not suggesting this is an STD forum
the dr. said that there are other reasons for a stuffy nose BESIDES hiv. the dr. didnt imply anything? also, this is a dermatology forum. there is an std forum that this particular question may be best suited for?
Just thought I'd say...you should check out http://www.thebody.com - oh, and before you go analysing your symptoms and posting a question let me tell you the following:
1. You didn't have unprotected sex, so don't worry!
2. Your symptoms are very very asymptomatic of HIV seroconversion from my studies
I'd still go ahead with your 3 month test, just to put your mind at rest, but I'm sure it'll be -ve!
There are lots of things that can give you a sore throat and stuffy nose besides HIV. I suggest you consider this a virus of some sort and treat it accordingly, as you're doing with your doctor. You can always get another HIV test in a few months just to reassure yourself. If you can't deal with your anxiety, you may have to ask your doctor for a sedative, but the chances that you have anything other than a garden-variety illness are pretty slim, to say the least.
Take care.
Dr. Rockoff