Very High Risk

First of all, please take no offense at my username, but thats how I feel. I am 100% that I had sex with a HIV person. To make matters worse, I caught NGU from this person. Im so terrified that HIV was transmitted with the NGU. I was treated for NGU and tested negative for HIV at about 1.5 to 2 weeks later. I also was gaiven a Hepatits vaccine. About four days later, I feel ill. I guess it could be considered 'flu-like' symptoms, although I never was tired. Just the constant 'yucky' feeling. A few days later I went to the doctor and was tested negative again. I was given something for upset stomach. Later that day, the feeling went away, but the next day I had a herpes outbreak. My last test was negative at 5.5 weeks. I was also given another hepatitis vaccine at this time. Shortly thereafter Ive had strange(creepy) sensations in the right side of my groin area.Initially my upper thigh felt sore. No pain or swollen nodes.My neck has been stiff for over a month. No swollen nodes but there are sensations also at times. I had been previously diagnosed with prostatis. Although I had a very high risk, Im hoping this has something to do with it. Also, are  vaccines know to cause adverse effects? I guess Im grasping for straws since I know that hiv likes to go along for the ride with other stds. Im now awaiting my 90 day test. Im resigned to the fact that it will be positive. My reckless behavior has led to this.I deserve it more than many. I guess I just needed let some of this stress off.

[Vance2335]

You had unprotected anal or vaginal sex with a HIV positive person?

[thelivingdead]

Unprotected anal, about 3 or 4 times within a weeks period. I was the penetrator.

[danielgo]

If you haven't had any "symtomps" 2-4 weeks after sex. I would seem unlikley, however I'm no doctor.

[Vance2335]

Well the best advice I can give you is to test at the 3 month mark. This will give you a conclusive result.
In the mean time do your best not to think about it. Live your life as normal as you can. I know it may be tough but you can't take back what happened and you can only hope for the best right now.

[Teak]

You don't have to have symptoms to be infected with HIV and the only way for a person to know their status after a possible exposure is by testing.

[thelivingdead]

Hello Teak. I been thru this forum for some time now although I have never posted. I always look for your comments. That dog you have for an avatar seems to have a human face. Lol. Anyway, presently I have the sensations in the groin and stiff neck for over a month. Hopefully, they dont get any worse. I am so paranoid of getting enlarged nodes of the neck, lesions or a rash. Its been a total of approximately 70 days since my possible exposure. The only positive I can think of is that Im 38 now and if I can live 20 plus years like you, that will be pretty close to an average life span.

[thelivingdead]

Thanks, I been holding up well, but that wall may fall when confirmed.

[thelivingdead]

Well, tomorrow is my day of reckoning. It will be 90 days to the day of my highly probable exposure. My symptoms have remained the same. Stiff neck for over a month and a half now. Strange sensations in the right side of my groin. These come and go. Not the most ominous of symptoms until you consider my risks.(yeah, plural) Whether yea or nay, I will be sure to let you know when I know.

[thelivingdead]

Well, things didnt go as planned. They dont test foh hiv at the local hospital. They say guidelines state they must be set up for counseling, which they are not. The doctor said I was probably stressed out. He gave me muscle relaxers for my stiff neck and groin sensations. Now I have to go the local clinic to be tested. You have to return 30 days later for results which is why I bypassed them in the first place. I will go tomorrow and will just have to wait another anxiety filled month.

[thelivingdead]

Did my testing today, finally. Its hard to believe the ignorance of the staff at the health department I went to. First of all, they only do hiv testing by appointment unless you are having symptoms. I had to explain why I felt I was at risk to a nurse to get tested. Then, when I went to have my blood drawn, this nurse wanted to know my story as well. I initially told her I already told the story and could I just get the blood drawn. Well, I calmed down and shared with her. Then another nurse came in and wanted to know and then another. I told them Im thru telling the story. They all said that I would have to see a regular doctor for my stiff neck. I told them I had already been to a doctor and that was why I was here now...that I thought that it was due to my body fighting a viral infetion. They said that they never heard of a stiff neck being a symtom of hiv. It got kinda nasty. I guess they figured I was questioning their expertise. One nurse asked me if I wanted testing or not. "Of course I do, but I dont want to keep repeating myself to unnecessary people."
When I finally saw the doctor, she could also make no connection with the stiff neck. She told me that if I had hiv, I wouldnt see symptoms until later when the hiv turned to aids. I told her its been 90 days since my possible exposure and she said yet again that I would not see symptoms until later. She checked my groin area and found no swollen nodes which was of no surprise to me. At least I got tested, but it will take up to four weeks as they dont test on site. Are these people ignorant or is it me?

[txlonly29]

where do you live? there are so many rapid tests available that will give you results in a few minutes.

[thelivingdead]

I live in Auburndale, Florida.

[joggen]

Your stiff neck has nothing to do with HIV, and is most likely stress-related.

[thelivingdead]

A few minutes ago I tested negative using OraQuick Advance Rapid Antibody Test. All I could do is just fall to my knees. I cant believe Im not positive after 100 days after having unprotected sex with an hiv infected person. What a tremendous relief. Of course I will still test at 6 months. Now the question is, "What is wrong with me?" If not hiv, then what has this person transferred to me? I still have an underline feeling of something not being right. They did a full work-up for hepatitis, syphilis and the such. I just got to wait for the results. I know what Teak will say, but I need someone to say it to make it official.

[Teak]

Move on. You have a conclusive negative result and need no further testing.

[thelivingdead]

LOL. Thanks Teak.

[thelivingdead]

Can the hepatitis immunization cause a false negative when positive? Would that be something to cause me to have an "impaired immune system"? Ive had 2 hepatitis shots during my window period and at least one previously, maybe two within the last few years. I never had all the shots in cycle and the nurses never asked me if I had previously had any of the hepatitis shots. So, in total, Ive had at least 3 or 4 hepatitis shots within the last 4 years. Im due for the 3rd and final shot of this cycle in late December. Would this have any bearing on my result? Is this something I should be concerned with considering my very high risk?

[thelivingdead]

Should I retest? Its been 7 months and I still dont know what is wrong with me. I still feel unwell in general, plus twitching everywhere, stomach making all kinds of noises and a rash on my forehead that is visible more or less, but never goes away. It seems that I am in a mental fog at times. Please do not dissmis me as paranoid. Most here are, but I am not that type.I think you will agree,as my posts have been pretty limited considering my very high risk. Since I have been in this forum, I have seen no one with a risk greater than mine. I had unprotected anal sex(top) 3 or 4 times within a week with a unboubtedly hiv positive person. I contracted NGU and apparently herpes from these encounters. Only someone with similiar circumstances and the recipient of anal sex would be at greater risk. I have not seen any such posts. Shoul'nt someone with my very high risk warrant testing out to 6 months at least? Could my body fight the virus to the point that no antibodies would appear. I know that sounds like some kind of a contracdiction, but...???

[Teak]

· 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:
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[thelivingdead]

I cant believe you actually hit me with that BS as if Im paranoid. If I had most of the exposures that most here have I wouldnt be concerned. I had a very high risk and Im unwell. Can you use that wit of yours and be a little more creative?

[LIZZIE LOU]

apparently you didnt understand...

"anyone who continues to post excessively, questioning a CONCLUSIVE NEGATIVE RESULT"

if you are having health concerns...see your doctor...it's not hiv related nor a concern of this forum.

[thelivingdead]

Actually, I havent been questioning it for 5 months because most of the time I was waiting to be tested and the rest of the time Ive been trying to move on. Now, that I do question, Im considered paranoid and threatened with ban? Even Teak said that it may take several months for the antibodies to show. When asked, "How can 3 months be conclusive if it can take several months?", the post was deleted. These type of wishy wash statements and behavior have only raised concerns, not paranoia.

[LIZZIE LOU]

you've been here for 5 months...you KNOW that 3 months is CONCLUSIVE.

kindly move on...this forum has nothing left to offer

[thelivingdead]

No, I only know that 3 months is supported by this forum and CDC. Next, CDC will be saying something else.   I will  "kindly move on" as being annoyed  outweighs my concern of a late conversion.

[Teak]

· 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.