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Exposure?HIV risk?

Hi all,am still worried alot and my life is going down the drain.Just remembered that two weeks after i had touched my mums wound on her neck with my hands which had a small cut,i had a serious bout of diarhea such that i even soiled my clothes.I touched the wound on 4th Dec
Mum told me that when she contracted HIV,she had the same bout of diarhea.I then developed a terrible rush but it cleared.Now it is back.That was in Dec 24th.
My life is simply going down the drain.I have lost 15 pounds since then and i am still loosing weight.
What do u think,I tested this month on 23rd and it come out negative.Can i trust this result.
Could i be infected?
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513832 tn?1211955764
no
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Hey, Been out for long but i have a question today. Can a window Period be more than three months?
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It almost seems like you are TRYING to convince yourself you have HIV... you don't have it, you've been tested... MOVE ON WITH YOUR LIFE, and if you can't, seek mental help
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186166 tn?1385259382
your test is conclusive!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

see your doctor if you have a concern about the rash on your face...it has nothing to do with hiv.
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Hey,I have another question.Am somewhat confused so just allow me to ask.My last possible exposure was in Dec 4th.I tested last in March 7th and it was negative.Problem is,I am having this rashes on my face,they donth itch or anything but they are just there.The last time i was here i read that HIV rashes dont itch.
Can i trust this test i took on March 7th or there is a posibility that i could be infected?
Pliz help.
Thank you.
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Okay.Thank you everyone for your comfort and wise insights.
Continue with the good work.Thank you.
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Yes there are Rapid Tests that test for HIV1/2
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I hear that the rapid test does not test for HIV2.Pliz any clarification on this.I thought it tested all HIV?
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Even having a Hep A/B/C/D/E/F will not affect results or seroconversion time. The CDC thought of that already when they established the 3 month guideline. Give them some credit they are a medical body entrusted to control disease.  

Chicho, I found an appoinment with my Doctor talked some sense into me.
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NO.
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Happy Easter everyone,am greatful for all the help u provided to me throught your advice during my time of distress.I tested and it come out negative but i have one more question for you before i leave.

Can a Hepatitis B Vaccine alter a HIV antibody test so that it provides a negative false result?

Thank you.
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We have told you that we can't be of any help to you on this forum. You need to seek one on one counseling.
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277836 tn?1359666174
your mind makes you feel and see things that arent there you need to take a break from here and get your life back get out do the things you where doing before this the fun ones

remember symptoms dont mean anything when it comes to hiv
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Hi all.I wish i could believe you and just start dealing with my anxiety but unfotrunately i did not invent the symptoms i have.
Today is especialy a bad day for me.sores inside my mouth,very throabing headaches,malaise,nausea and stomach ache.The white in my tongue is now worse and even more sore.
I have not invented this symptoms there are here for real and am scared stiff.
A part of me tells me to believe you but another one reminds me that symptoms are here for real and i did not invent them.
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277836 tn?1359666174
LOL dude get some mental help i mean it you are dealing with stress and anxiety issues not HIV

Effects of stress ...
... On your body ... On your thoughts and feelings ... On your behavior  
Headache
Chest pain
Pounding heart
High blood pressure
Shortness of breath
Muscle aches
Back pain
Clenched jaws
Tooth grinding
Stomach upset
Constipation
Diarrhea
Increased sweating
Tiredness
Sleep problems
Weight gain or loss
Sex problems
Skin breakouts
Anxiety
Restlessness
Worrying
Irritability
Depression
Sadness
Anger
Mood swings
Job dissatisfaction
Feeling insecure
Confusion
Burnout
Forgetfulness
Resentment
Guilt
Inability to concentrate

This is classic symptoms which is what you are having all the above
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You cannot be helped on this forum, I suggest you seek professional mental help along with the help of your physician.
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Pliz seriously give me your insights.Could i be infected.Is this kind of Diarhea the one for HIV patients?
Am worried sick.Help me.............everybody.Does your silence mean that you are afraid of being the first ones to give me the bad news?
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thank you for your kind reply. have you read my exposure though?
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277836 tn?1359666174
Seek help my friend your anxiety has gotten the best of you google anxiety and stress and look at all the symptoms man i bet you could agree with those try it and relax you dont have hiv
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277836 tn?1359666174
Seek help my friend your anxiety has gotten the best of you google anxiety and stress and look at all the symptoms man i bet you could agree with those try it and relax you dont have hiv
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Gosh reading this post increased my anxiety, because I'm having diarrhea...
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Today i went to the dentist.One look at my tongue and he asked me if i had ever tested for HIV and what were the results.I feel terible man,now i have a terrible sore throat and itches all over my skin.Started with my back and now on my hands too so that i itch every time.
This HIV ghost is one i can never even wish on my worst enemy.
What is happening to my body.
Am i infected?
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What is the meaning of your gesture : o )
I dont understand.
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417144 tn?1225959248
For your case dude....yes, you can trust the result.

I really think you should seek some advise from doctor.... : o )
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