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Amoxicillin and HIV antibody testing

I took amoxicillin (antibiotics) for tonsillitis for 5 days this week and I am going to take a blood test on Monday in which I would like to get an HIV test (it's just past 8 weeks post-possible exposure).  Will the antibiotics affect the test?
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I wanted to just metion something else to you.....it's fine to ask more than one question...but PLEASE keep them all on ONE thread...do not start multiple threads.  All it does is add confusion to the forum and create a situation where other poster's questions (1st question) are being bumped down the page to allow placement of one of your multiple questions.  Especially considering that forum members have already addressed your concerns...it really isn't fair to everyone who deserves their post to be answered.

Thanks!
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"Having done something stupid like sleeping with a prostitute, I now realize that putting myself at risk for such diseases as HIV is incredibly idiotic when it is 100% avoidable."

You were never at any risk. Read the first thread in my profile and Dr. Handsfield's response or read hundreds of other threads involving CSWs. If all you do is engage in condom-protected vaginal or anal sex and oral sex the risk is zero. Sex with a CSW is far safer than hooking up with someone you met at a bar when you are drunk since condoms often fall on the wayside in that scenario.

It is true that CSWs do have a higher prevalence of HIV than civilian girls but it is still low, 1% or lower. And it is even rarer in escorts. The vast majority of pros are out to protect themselves and wear condoms for vaginal or anal consistently. And one can take steps to avoid those that don't, discuss their HIV testing habits, etc.

The doctors here do not condone sex with CSWs by any means. However, at the same time they are very clear in their advice in that your type of exposures are of no risk and not worth a second thought.

The advice on this forum is consistent with their advice: the risk of oral sex is zero for practical purposes and not worth worrying about.
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Thank you for the clarification, joggen.  I suppose I understand your argument about my being in a low-risk situation and therefore seeming to question the advice of others on this forum.  Like many on here, I've struggled with symptoms I don't understand after engaging in stupid behavior (albeit minimizing my risk as much as possible).  My posts are an attempt to understand them and hopefully make better decisions moving forward.

I thank you for understanding that while my concerns are not unique and I am perhaps overreacting, they are still related to my health, which is not something to take lightly.  Having done something stupid like sleeping with a prostitute, I now realize that putting myself at risk for such diseases as HIV is incredibly idiotic when it is 100% avoidable.  I hope I can remember this and act accordingly for the rest of my life.  One's body should be taken care of, not taken for granted, and I ended up not only taking my own for granted, but someone else's.

Again, thank you for your understanding.  It can certainly be easy to be cynical when dealing with many of the problems on this website, but I hope that people with real concerns and reasonable temperaments are being served.  I am sure thankful that there are people out there who know more about all of this than me who are willing to give their time to address issues that are not their own.
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You received the warning because you were already advised that oral sex is no risk, and your continued posting about your situation indicates that you are questioning that advice.

I only responded because of your eloquent plea.  Most people who post here can't put together a complete sentence in the English language, and I found your well written argument quite refreshing.
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"3. Having taken amoxicillin and deciding to go ahead with the test at 8 weeks, I now want to be sure that the amoxicillin won't affect my test at that time."

No, generally speaking, pharmaceuticals do not affect the window period in any way. Only exceptions are PEP, and possibly potent chemotherapy or immunosuppressive drugs given to transplant patients.
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Look man, I don't know why you seem to have a particular problem with me, but I have not posted excessively.  If you don't like me, then answer the question as a legitimate question for others who may be taking other medications, etc.  

I have seen you answer the same stupid questions repeatedly by some guy who posts them over and over again.  I have started 3 threads, each on a different topic, each with separate issues, and I have not gone over and over again, badgering you folks with my questions like other people.  My 3 separate (and I believe valid) topics were:

1. Whether or not I should be concerned about my partner's safety when I perform oral sex if I have ARS.  I had never seen a post like this and I read a lot before posting.

2. My second concern was as to the reliability of an antibody test after 6-8 weeks.  While a bit more reading would have been enough to get me the information I was looking for, I would hardly say this qualifies as being as stupid as someone posting about whether or not a handjob could give them HIV.

3. Having taken amoxicillin and deciding to go ahead with the test at 8 weeks, I now want to be sure that the amoxicillin won't affect my test at that time.

I am not trying to change threads, I am trying to get separate issues sorted for myself.  I would appreciate a modicum of patience and tolerance for my worries.  Much stupider questions have been asked and will be answered on this forum.  For mine not to get any play on here is ridiculous.  I have been nothing but respectful of your time and advice, and not abused this forum in any way.
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* Anyone who continues to post excessively, questioning a conclusive negative result or no-risk situation, will be subject to action by MedHelp. Conclusive negative results or a no-risk situation will be based up the criteria MedHelp’s doctors. Action will be taken as follows:
    * After excessive posting, a warning will be issued by MedHelp
    * Continuing to post regarding the negative result / no risk situation will result in a 3 day suspension
    * Continuing to post upon your return will result in a permanent ban.
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