Oraquick Advance Rapid at 84 days (12 Weeks)

[ohno76]

Hello Drs:

I was involved in Insertive Anal (with condom breaking in the end)~so I guess this is a form of unprotected sex now. As well as unprotected insertive oral. Have been so worried that I have actually lost sleep and about 4 lbs over the last 3 months because of worry. This has messed my way of living up like you cant imagine.

I have reason to believe that my partner (also a male) is HIV negative. He said that he tested negative after 5 months of not having sex (via Oraquick) But I dont know if I can trust him.

I dont remember any fluid exchange (semen) or (blood) from him,

Today, after much hesitation and worry I went to my local clinic. They tested me with the Oraquick Rapid test. She said that at 84 days or 12 weeks (exactly today) that the test would be able to pick up any antibodies present "It is very reliable."

My question for you is ...Is she accurate in her statement. 84 days is sufficient? Or should I have waited 90 days? or should I retest at 6 months?

I know that you probably answer this question multiple times daily but could you assist me in gaining some knowledge?

Thank you.

[ohno76]

Dr.

My OraQuick test was done at 84 days (12 weeks) post exposure. Does this make my chances worse?

[ohno76]

OH and Dr...My test was a NEGATIVE at 84 days or 12 weeks.

Thank you

[Edward W Hook, MD]

You don't have HIV, and do not need further testing.  Here are the reasons why:

1. Your partner said he was negative.  I would believe him, most people tell the truth (I would also advise you not to have sex with people who you don't ask and don't believe).
2.  If he was infected (unlikely) your major risk is the unprotected rectal exposure.  That risk, had he been infected is 1 in 100 exposures.  Again, the numbers are on your side.
3.  You had a negative, reliable test at 94 days (13+ weeks). This too is reliable.

Putting these 3 facts together, I can tell you that you can be confident that you did not get HIV from the single exposure you describe.  No further testing is needed.  Hope this helps.  Time for you to move forward.  EWH