Hi is it possible thst 2 oraquik tapid could be wrong 8 years after a risky exposur

[annaxo]

I had unprotected sex with an ex not knowing his status i did. 2 rapid swab tests that are negative can i be confident in the results so many years later

[Sara_MHModerator]

We've advised you about testing. We wish you well.

***  thread closed ***

[GuitarRox]

That's a super long time to carry worry. Eight years? Two oraquick tests if you followed the instructions and rendered a negative would be reliable.  It wasn't an unknown person, but your ex. You'd likely have heard if they were hiv positive. Ya know? Let the incident go and move on.

[annaxo]

I spoke to him he says he s negative but I don t know for sure. can t tell by looking at someone  ,  we dated from 8 to 10 years ago  but i always had this worry cos we never asked on each others status stupid really

[GuitarRox]

As stated, you took two oraquick tests that confirm negative. Time to let it go. For good. Or get help with anxiety that doesn't let you be logical about it

[annaxo]

I hope you are correct and I will seek help with that

[annaxo]

are you a doctor ?

[CurfewX]

There are no doctors here; however, HIV prevention and testing is straightforward. It is a well-known and well-established fact that ANY test taken at least 90 days after a risk event is conclusive. It is long, LONG past time to move on from fear of HIV from this old relationship.

[annaxo]

I just want to know if a person had contracted hiv how long woukd it take to show symthoms or start feeling ill .