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HIv risks

Hi, I'm 30 years old female and I'm affraid that I was exposed to HIV. I had unprotected intercourse with a man 44 days ago. With same person I had one more intercourse 3 days ago with protection (condom) but it was used very uncarefully. Yesterday i found out that person has very suspicious history (ex drug addict).
My first question is: What are the chances that i might be infected at all?

My second question is: When is the best time to do test (Anti-HIV1, Anti-HIV2 + p24 antigen)? This is what I've read: "The p24 test is generally only positive from about one week to 3 - 4 weeks after infection with HIV." HIV test cannot be positive before 3 months after exposure. What happen during the period from 3-4 weeks to 3 months after exposure? Does it makes sense to be tested during that period with a test mentioned above?
Im extremely anxious and i wouldn't like to wait for 3 more months.

My third question is: If I do regular test that can be done in GUM clinic (for free) 3 months after exposure (cannot be done before because they don't do p24 antigen test) what are the chances that I might be positive even if that test is negative? Im asking this because window period can last from 3 to 6 months after exposure.

I'm really grateful for any answer, thanks a lot!
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You don't fall within that guideline.
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Hi again,
Is risk test p24 antigen test?
Why 6 months window period does not apply to my case? I know that there is only 3% chances that it can last for more than 3 months but anyway.
Thx a lot!
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277836 tn?1359666174
Also read the health pages top right hand of page
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277836 tn?1359666174
Most hiv test are positive before 3 months
You had a risk test now since its been 6 weeks then do a final test at 84 to 90 days after exposure
Window period is 3 months 6 months does not apply to your case
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