Then accept it I will. Thank you very much for your replies.
Of course. You can't miss a ruptured condom.
You came here for reassurance. I gave it. Accept it or not, I don't care -- but don't argue with it. That's all for this thread.
Thank you again. I'll try to make this my last question. I know I've already asked this in the community forum but would really appreciate your answer.
I didn't fully ejaculate much during the sex, therefore there was not much semen in the condom. I think this is the factor that made me think "what if it split?"
Do you still think that I would have noticed if it had split or ruptured?
Thank you.
I'll bet the diagnosis was "a very mild" infection because nothing abnormal was found. You don't say what other tests were done, but I expect the results to be negative. I repeat that you could not possibly have caught an STD that causes such symptoms during the sexual exposure you describe. If any STD turns up, it will be one you caught some other time.
Thanks for your reply.
I started to get a strange feeling in my penis after urinating (like a slight stinging feeling). No visible issues with my penis. I have been to see a doctor about this, had some urine tests and have been prescribed some antibiotics for a very mild urine infection. Awaiting more detailed results.
I understand that the condom should have worked otherwise I should have noticed but I'm sure you'll understand it is the timing of these events which has driven me absolutely crazy with worry!
Thanks again for your reply, and I would grateful if you have any more thoughts on this.
Welcome to the HIV forum.
Of course it is anxiety. You say up front that you are anxious, and your own statement "I'm sure its all in my mind" should be taken at face value. It is."
You can't catch HIV through an intact condom, and it is not possible for a condom to rupture and not be noticed. So you had a zero risk exposure for all practical purposes. If you remain nervous, feel free to have an HIV test. And of course see a health care provider about your anxieties and/or any specific symptoms that bother you.
Good luck-- HHH, MD