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Hi i had unprotected sex on 12th october 2008 and 25th october 2008, i had a finger ***** test (rapid test) at TPA on 6th january and he told me it was negative, i never got it a ELISA test done at the gum clinic where i was suppose to get it done at in the first place. He said he accepts the result has negative because it was 12 weeks,and it takes 6-8weeks to show antibodies.I dont know if the result was correct.ive been reading about it and says it could take up to 6 months to show antibodies, im worrying myself sick because i might have to wait up to 6months and i cant wait that long, im not eating and losing weight. Im scared because the 6month result might come back positive and i dont want to have hiv? Please help, it was 12weeks from 12oct but only 10weeks from 25oct wen i had the rapid test? Do i have to get another one done for 12th week for the 25th october and do i have to get another at 6month?

[lizzy12]

will a doctor answer my question

[Teak]

You'll need to post in their forum.

[lizzy12]

where that Teak

[Teak]

Right hand side of the page under Related Expert Forums. Note that it will cost you to post a question.

[nice_gathering]

Your rapid HIV test 10 weeks after the last exposure is almost conclusive. However, strictly speaking, HIV antibodies test should be done at least after 12 weeks post last exposure.

I would recommend repeating it once more (post 12 weeks after THE LAST EXPOSURE). It can be any recognised HIV test e.g. FDA approved if you live in the USA or a one carrying CE mark if you live within European Union  and it can be either laborator based or a rapid test.

I am very confident that a repeat test will be negative and it will provide you the comfort.

All the best.

[lizzy12]

is tongue symptoms a symptom of hiv? my tongue is like yellowish curd and like patchy with red little spots at the back?

[Vance2335]

No it is not

[lizzy12]

how do u know? what could it be?

[lizzy12]

does anyone know if my tongue problem is a symptom of hiv?

[LIZZIE LOU]

you test result is NOT GOING TO CHANGE.   you can look for all the symptoms you can find...and NONE OF THEM are related to an hiv infection.

[lizzy12]

i know ur gona have go at me, but please may you answer me this, im gona get tested for hepatitis c and for autoimmune diseases and if they come back positive, when shall i test for hiv again?

[LIZZIE LOU]

you've been told the testing guidelines...3 months is conclusive

[lizzy12]

what if ive got autoimmune disease, isnt the window period longer

[LIZZIE LOU]

YOU DONT HAVE AN AUTOIMMUNE DISEASE...GEEEEEEEEZ.

[lizzy12]

how do you know i havent, all im asking is what the window period is if youve a autoimmune disease?
Is it the autoimmune disease itself or the is it the Antiretroviral drugs that delays seroconversion for hiv?

[LIZZIE LOU]

you've been advised of your risk and the testing guidelines.  nothing more to add ! ! !

[nursegirl6572]

3 months will be conclusive for you.  The ONLY (rare) circumstances where people are advised to test out to 6 months is when their immune sys is SERIOUSLY compromised....example, an organ transplant patient taking anti-rejection meds, a cancer pt on aggressive chemo, etc.

An "autoimmune" disorder, like rheumatoid arthritis, etc does NOT change the guidelines...3 months is sufficient.

[lizzy12]

If i get diagnosed with a autoimmune disease, shall i avoid the medication prescribed, a doctor on f r e e d o m h e a l t h said its the Immunosuppressant drugs/medication that causes Immunosuppression/immunodeficiencies, is that true?
I wanna get tested at 6months which is in april? Is 6months conclusive for auto immune disease?

[Teak]

You have a posting warning on AidsMeds and you keep it up you'll get one on MedHelp. You already have a conclusive test result and you are not immuno suppressed. MOVE ON.

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[lizzy12]

All i want is a answer

[Teak]

Move on.