Do tests seroconvert after 2 months after exposure?

[Pirmam]

Hey all, I had sex with a woman 2 months ago of unknown status (protected, but frottage without condom). I felt very tired 2 weeks later, and I did a test a month after exposure, which was negative. The fatigue ebbed away, but now 7 weeks later I have lost 12 pounds and have swollen glands. Is there a chance it seroconverted? And besides, is it possible for a person to seroconvert? Thanks!

[ashusucide]

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[Pirmam]

Thank you for your calming answer, I will try not to think about it.

[Chima7]

You had protected sex which is no risk. You were never exposed to HIV in the first place so of course you're not seroconverting since that only happens when someone is actually exposed to HIV, which you were not because you used a condom.

[Pirmam]

Thank you for answering. But I have been experiencing weird symptoms, like swolle glands, a sore throat and weight loss. Especially the latter is frightening me, can this all be caused by anxiety?

[mikey010203]

No worries. I understand what you're going through as I have been in that position myself. :-)

There are different tests for HIV and most of them are blood tests. Do you know what specific test it was? At 4 weeks, Antigen-Antibody DUO tests are best used. Antibody tests can be used at least 6 weeks post exposure and conclusive at 3 months.

[mikey010203]

Hi. Seroconversion means your body has produced antibodies against whatever infection you have, in this case, HIV and it has relatively nothing to do with the test. Basically, it takes a few weeks to months for your body to produce antibodies against HIV. Taking an antibody test at least 6 weeks post exposure is recommended but strongly advised to get another one at 3 months post exposure. By that time, 99% of people have "seroconverted" (assuming they have the virus) and thus, show in the test as positive. Hope this helps

[Pirmam]

Thanks for your answer, but I did a blood test at 4 weeks, how reliable is this? Sorry for asking similar questions, but I am very anxious.