could hiv be transmitted ??

[nothingagain]

I had a sexual encounter 9 weeks ago with a girl who I believe gave me herpes-2. I have all the symtoms just waiting to get to the 12 week testing. My question is should I also test for hiv exposure? Here is why I ask...1) on the 1st encounter 9 weeks ago a condom was used, did not break but when finished I notice a small amount of menstual blood on the condom. It was this encounter that I was exposed to the herpes virus. 2 weeks later during a second encounter I had already started my initial outbreak of herpes bumps and a rash on my buttocks.At the time I had no idea what this was. I am pretty postive there were not any symptoms of the outbreak on the front genital area. A condom was also used during the second encounter did not break and stayed on the entire time. One other thing to add to the second encounter was I tanned in a tanning booth 2 days before and my genital skin was burnt red possibly damaged??? ano breks in the skin unless they were microscopic in nature. My concern is if she was able to pass the herpes virus on did I have enough protection during both encounters from what I have described ? Also my herpes symptoms have been mild in nature but have been continuous since they started 8 weeks ago. Do you think I am at risk enough to get tested for hiv? would a 8 week exposure be enough time for an accurate result ? scared and worried and would be thankful for your reply

[Teak]

http://www.medhelp.org/posts/HIV-Prevention/hiv-exposure--herpes/show/1379084?personal_page_id=1848476#post_6292989

[britt_brat87]

Well, first don't go off saying u have herpes until u r sure. Be happy u r negative thus far. As for HIV no testing needed. U used condoms so u had no risk. Test for HIV if u want to put your mind at ease, but you are gonna be negative!

[nothingagain]

I tested at the 4 week mark for herpes and was negative, I am waiting out the 12 week window to get tested again. I have the symptoms though thats for sure. Have to say they are mild , no pain, no blisters, but still have had a variety of herpes symtoms. Red bug bite like bumps on the buttocks. A nasty swelling rash around the anus (although it cleared up in 2 days) pain in the left leg and knee daily which seems to be followed by another red bump showing up. its been continuos since the initial outbreak. I am hoping it is because of the stress/anxiety I have placed on myself.

I am concerned about the hiv even though my penis was protected with a condom. I am worried that the virus entered via the sunburned damge skin or possibly via a herpes bump that I did not notice. Some say hiv can only be transmitted inside the body but then I read those with herpes are at an additional risk. This is why I am worried. Any additional thought would be appreciated !

[herm7391]

Wht's up bro?!
On terms of HIV, you're totally safe. You used a Condom on both sexual encounters and they did not break.
Well done. You have NO risk and do not need testing.
With respect to Herpes Simplex, unlike HIV, which is NOT spread by skin to skin contact, transmission can occur via contact with the skin of an infected person whn asymptomatic shedding is taking place. Consider tht.
HIV. NO way. No testing needed.
Smile. Stop worrying.
=)
Always use a Condom, just like you wisely did.

[britt_brat87]

Well, first have u been tested herpes or u just assume u have it? Since you used a condom u were at no risk for HIV, but if it will make u feel better get tested for HIV. You will be negative though.