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hiv tests and steroid ointments

I have tested negative for hiv after 5.5 months with 4th generation tests.My concerns are that i ve used hydrocortisone 1% cream on my anus for hemmorhoids.I read that they have immunosuppresive effects. i had multiple negative duo tests(abbott architect ag/ab) but this steroidal cream issue is bit of a nightmare for me.

are my tests accurate?

does using hydrocortisone on my rectum would affect the reliablity of my hiv tests?Please answer my questions

i really need reassurance KINDLY please answer
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and that certainly means that hydrortisone does have any affect?
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Your test is accurate
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