Exposed to HIV, took a blood test and Oraquick too many times.

[Ramenlover]

I was exposed to HIV and went to the Doctor seven days later. My results came out negative. I’ve been buying Oraquick for the last couple of weeks. I took one Monday and that would be my six week and it came out negative. I know the period window is six weeks so I’m still very worried. What should I do next?

[AgrippaMJ]

Hi. I know the anxiety you may have. Trust me I know the feeling. From the little I have been advised from this platform, if you can wait for at least 2 weeks, take a 4th Generation test or PCR DNA test (this is not a standalone test, needs to be confirmed by a 4th generation test at 28 days or any antibody test after 28 days). You can test again at 8 and 12 weeks if you want. The first two test prior to 28 days will give you an idea about your status. Goodluck and all the best buddy.

[Ramenlover]

Thank you for telling me. My doctor or prescribe me some medicine to try and prevent it. But I don’t know. It la terrifying and I’ve been making myself sick over this. It’s hard but thank you for the information. I appreciate it.

[AnxiousNoMore]

Are you taking this medicine now? What is the medicine? Did you use a condom, and was it oral, anal or vaginal?

[CurfewX]

How were you "exposed" to HIV?  What should you do next? Well, for one, stop buying Oraquick tests.  They aren't conclusive until 12 weeks so there's no point.

[Ramenlover]

I was exposed by sexual activity by my partner who found out about them being hiv positive. Oh! I didn’t know that. Thank you for letting me know.

[Ramenlover]

Sorry that was meant as “the window is three months”