I have a good question about risks and symptoms.

[uncertainty1981]

I've been reading about people and there symptoms.  I've noticed that those who have had unprotected anal sex come down with similar symptoms to hiv.  Like me for example.  I've come down with every related symptom that is suggested as an indicator to HIV infection.  Could it be that the sex act itself can cause these symptoms?  Meaning your body tells you that you should get tested right away because something is wrong.  I've tested numerous times out to 11 weeks and have been told that I'm negative by experts.  "My next test is in mid June and I've been told that it's going to be negative."  What I'm starting to believe is, that HIV might have no symptoms at all.  The reason why symptoms occur is because of the sex act and the situation.  

I know it sounds like a theory but can it be possible.  If I've experienced symptoms and am testing negative 20 times.  Then what could be the cause?  People call it anxiety and/or OCD but why do people go through it after sex?  If the mind can truly cause severe joint pain and swollen lymph nodes then what's the deal with that?

Don't mean to be selfish but wish me luck!  I have 1 to 2 more weeks to go to get a 3 month conclusive.  I'm hoping that the test will come back neg just like all the other ones.

[alienshadow]

Do not jump in threads stay in your own

[jondon]

Thanks, people. I can read your light feeling.
But I can not explain why I have all these symptoms which I had never experience before - lack of energy, cough, sweats a lot, headach, feaver, and they come all together

[uncertainty1981]

I didn't really test 20 times.  I tested several times throughout because my first test was a false positive.  In my case, symptoms started before I tested and that's why I did.  My reasons for testing are completely rational.  Every individual is different.  

Anyway, my question is just out of curiosity and should not include my personal experiences when answering. : )