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Does this sound like HIV

Hi Docs,
I had a high risk exposure 3 weeks ago. I was the bottom for an unknown HIV status and the condom split and sex ceased. Person claims they are there in full health and was tested neg in June 15 however are now refusing to have another test.

I had mild dhiarreoa 5 days after exposure and then got a very sudden cold (cough and runny nose) 12 days after exposure. 14 days after exposure I suddenly came down with flu and tiredness which lasted for 12 hours.

Since then I have had very mild fever, 2 minor instances of night sweats (days 14 &15 post exposure) and I have hives rash which comes and goes. Furthermore I get a very dry mouth in the night but no other time and from 18 days to currently I have had mild swollen lymph nodes in my neck but throat is not overly sore.

I am waiting for 4 weeks post exposure to test but how risky do my symptoms seem to you in tens of ARS?

Thanking you in advance
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Has nothing to do with ARS
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Thanks I fully appreciate but please help me to have some clarity as I cannot test until another10 days so no result for 17 days and I'm already obsessed with this.
Obviously the timing is very consistent with ars but in your opinion would the inclusion of non specific ars symptoms such as hives and dry mouth lead you to suspect a different illness...please help me find some clarity.
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Symptoms have nothing to do with HIV
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