Window period and autoimmune disease

[liondabou]

If you have an autoimmune disease, would that affect the window period and perhaps take longer time to develop enough antibodies for the ELISA HIV-test ? I have Sjogren's syndrome.

[eddie255]

i was wondering the same thing i have sjogers also that was a relief

[liondabou]

I just got this answer from Dr. Robert Frascino at thebody.com, if anyone else would be interested about this.

"Sjgren's syndrome is an autoimmune disorder in which immune cells attack and destroy exocrine glands that produce tears and saliva. Having this condition would not alter the duration of the window period or affect the ability of the body to make anti-HIV antibodies. Therefore it would not affect ELISA test results."

I think this answers my question and I can trust my test results without doubt. Thank you for your comments!

[stelutu]

Is hepB or C an autoimmune disease?

[alienshadow]

move on needs test

[Teak]

It never takes longer the 6 months.

[liondabou]

I would rather like to hear what an expert on HIV has to say about that. Does anyone here know anything about the possible effects autoimmune diseases could have on the formation of HIV antibodies?

[Teak]

I would suggest you talk to the doctor that diagnosed you with Sjogren's Syndrome.