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Symptoms and testing
Hi,
If one has HIV symptoms, how long after the symptoms the test would be positive? and is it possible that one test positive during the HIV symptoms? I have read that symptoms are results of antibodies building up to fight HIV, Is it correct?
I tested 8 weeks after my exposure and it it was negative but i am suffering from many symptoms!!
Many thanks
If one has HIV symptoms, how long after the symptoms the test would be positive? and is it possible that one test positive during the HIV symptoms? I have read that symptoms are results of antibodies building up to fight HIV, Is it correct?
I tested 8 weeks after my exposure and it it was negative but i am suffering from many symptoms!!
Many thanks
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The said Duo test is conclusive after 4 weeks and it will not turn otherwise in a the weeks to come. You are fine, enjoy your life "safely"
Dear diver58,
Yes, i had 4 Duo test! the last one 8 weeks after my exposure!
but could please tell me your opinion! i want to know your opinion just for peace of my mind! is it true that if the symptoms are related to Hiv, after one or two weeks the test should be positive?
Many thanks
Yes, i had 4 Duo test! the last one 8 weeks after my exposure!
but could please tell me your opinion! i want to know your opinion just for peace of my mind! is it true that if the symptoms are related to Hiv, after one or two weeks the test should be positive?
Many thanks
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Therefore symptoms do not mean much and they only produce confusion because all the HIV related symptoms are also similar to other common infections.
If you had an exposure of unprotected anal or vaginal sex with someone of unknown health status, you were at risk and your test if it was a 4th generation HIV Duo test, it was conclusive and you do not have HIV.
Do not pay attention towards the weird symptoms and move on with your life, HIV is not your problem. Seek medical help to address those symptoms, not due to HIV for sure.