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I am experiencing symptoms after taking PEP. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I tested negative for HIV (human immunodeficiency virus)-1 & 2 using a fourth-generation test on day 22, day 27, and day 35 after the first exposure. I was immediately placed on PEP (post-exposure prophylaxis), due to a second exposure which was after a month. I completed 17 doses o... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I understand your concern. If an HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) antibody test conducted in a reliable laboratory after 90 days from the last risky exposure yields a negative result, then it is considered conclusive, provided there have been no further risky exposures... Read Full »
My partner is HIV positive, and we had sex a few days back. Should I begin with PEP medications?
Query: Hello doctor, My partner turned HIV positive when he was tested five months ago. I tested previously, and it was negative. My partner and I decided not to have intercourse till my reports came in. However, last night we had quick intercourse wearing a condom. It was the correct way and for less than... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for writing in, and I understand your concern. The chances of transmission of the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) by single protected intercourse with an HIV-positive person are almost nil. If there is no contact of blood or semen or infected secretions, th... Read Full »
Had anal sex with an HIV-positive person. What is the chance of infection?
Query: Hi doctor, My partner is HIV(Human Immunodeficiency Virus) positive. We had anal rubbing, but we used protection (condom). Also, there was no discharge and not even precum. The anus was also dry during that time. What is the chance of me getting affected? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. A known case of HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is always a potential candidate for transfer of infection. However, the infectivity levels differ according to his stage of disease, CD4 count and viral load titers. Anal intercourse does have a higher risk of disease tr... Read Full »
What are the chances of getting HIV through vaginal sex?
Query: Hello doctor, A guy penetrates my vagina without protection and I do not know his status. It was for approximately for 10 seconds. What are the chances of contracting HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) and should I get a PEP (Post-exposure Prophylaxis)? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You had a low risk for HIV acquisition. Studies have shown that risk of HIV acquisition through receptive vaginal sex (receiving the penis in vagina) to be 0.08 % (one per 1250 exposures). Post-exposure prophylaxis needs to be started as early as possible within 72 hour... Read Full »
My condom broke during intercourse. Will i contract HIV?
Query: Hello doctor,I am concerned about having intercourse with an unknown partner as the condom broke in between. We are not sure if this incident happened immediately before penetration or after it. I swiftly left after this incident as it started to worry me. She did mention that she tests regularly. D... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. It is essential to remember that the risk of contracting HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) through a single act of unprotected intercourse is low, especially if the other person has tested negative for HIV and is practicing safe sex. Ho... Read Full »
What are the side effects of post-exposure prophylaxis?
Query: Hello doctor, I had unprotected vaginal sex with a woman 17 hours ago, and I am worried that I may have contracted HIV. I say this because I have learned that the woman I had sex with has multiple sexual partners, and I am anxious she may have HIV. I am not in a position to ask her if she has HIV, ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your post. I understand it is a difficult situation. However, because the PEP (post-exposure prophylaxis) is time-dependent. So, I suggest the first thing you should do would be to start PEP right away, as it may not be helpful after 72 hours. Also, if t... Read Full »
What are the chances of getting HIV after taking post-exposure prophylaxis?
Query: Hello doctor, I have done some stupid things in my life. I had safe sex, but with many different girls. There was never a condom fail and each time I used a new condom. When I did it with the fourth girl, I noticed that the condom tip was broken. After that, I took PEP. On the 26th day post exposure... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concerns. In my opinion, the chances of you getting an HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infection is 0.001 % or less. I am glad to note that you have used a condom every single time and took all possible precautions. In fact, you... Read Full »
I am in PrEP on demand. Should I start PEP in addition?
Query: Hello doctor, I am in PrEP on demand. This week, I took the protocol as indicated (two initial doses, one dose the next day, and two more every day for 48 hours after sex). In the sexual relationship, the condom was broken, and I did not realize it. I am nervous even though I fulfilled the protocol... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Thank you for stopping by! I am here to provide expert opinion on your medical issues. The chances of transmission of HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) through single unprotected intercourse are low. Condom breakage can be considered almost as unprotected intercourse, though the risk in your... Read Full »
I had unprotected sex. Am I at STD risk?
Query: Hi doctor, I am circumcised and have no sexually transmitted disease. I had an unprotected penile to vaginal exposure. It took less than ten minutes; I had used a condom but it broke within the last two minutes. I did not ejaculate, but took a shower and urinated after the incident. She said she wa... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, I appreciate you signing up on icliniq.com. You now have exclusive access to expert medical opinion. The chances of transmission of HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) by single unprotected intercourse are low. Condom breaks can be considered almost as unprotected intercourse. In your scenario... Read Full »
I fear contracting rabies from rat bites. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 25 year old male. I went to a party and slept at an unhygienic place. There were a few rats around and now I am scared if any of them had bitten me. I am worried that I may get rabies. I cannot see any bite marks, though but I cannot shake the feeling off. Should I get rabies vacci... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Regarding your first question, there is no documented case of rabies caused by a rat or mice. So, I will not suggest you take shots and moreover, you are not sure whether you are bitten or not. Regarding your second question the rabies vaccine will be effective even aft... Read Full »