To clarify, the unprotected intercourse lasted 2 to 3 minutes.
1 No, not possible. Not consistent with ARS symptoms at all.
2 You had a risk, but 'considerable' is an entirely inaccurate characterization of it. Your risk is very low.
3 Yes, feeling your lymph nodes can cause them to enlarge. It is completely counterproductive- you are not medically trained to diagnose lymphadenopathy.
Get tested in the future, but expect a negative result. An antibody test 3 months or later after the incident will be conclusive.
Joggen, thank you very, very much for your reply.
I have an extreme level of anxiety over this, I am sweating quite a bit, getting chills then feel warm again. Perhaps it's just anxiety.
I had a blood test with my doctor a few days after it happened, and will again at 3 months. I may get a test at the 3 or 4 week mark.
Joggen, the lymph node on the left side of my neck is swelling. I am getting chills / sweats today and I am always thirsty.
Does ARS only start at the 2 week mark, or could it have already started?
Sorry to post again, I am worried sick now and starting to panick. I appreciate any feedback. Thank you.
Thanks Lizzie, I apologize. Finding the swollen node in my neck today has made me so very worried.
My tongue is pasty white, I have a fever. Lymph node on left side of neck is firm.
I am very worried. Could this be flu or ARS?
we cannot babysit you through this. you have been assessed AND advised when to test.
stop trying to diagnose yourself...swollen lymph nodes are diagnosed by a doctor...not the internet ! ! ! ! !
Just an update. I had a negative rapid test at 23 days. The dr said odds were 80% that I'm negative.
I will definitely test again at 3 months for the conclusive result but in everyone's experience, is a negative test at 23 days promising?