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Questions about risk/testing

So, three weeks ago I had unprotected sex with a male who I know nothing about, other than that they were quite a bit older than me (I am female, 22). It was a huge mistake (I know) but I am trying to take all of the precautions after the fact. I have recently (early this month) had my annual tests of STD/HIV (all negative) so it is concerning me that this happened so soon after that.
I got sick at exactly 14 days with sweating, chills, nausea, vomiting and overall feeling of being unwell. I had no fever (which confused me as I was clearly ill), rashes or sore throat. The symptoms were gone within 48 hours.
I was overcome with anxiety so I went in for a p24 duo test at 16 days post exposure.
I am just wondering what my risk is? and if the test would detect the virus in my body if my symptoms were in fact due to HIV.
I know my overall risk may be low, but the symptoms really concerned me. Just trying to find some comfort as I await my results.
Thank you.
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Typically it's half correct . Since DUO/COMBO tests detect both antigen p24 (which is produced before the antibodies ) and antibodies too .
BUT it's considered more accurate to be tested at 4,6,8 weeks of your test is NEGATIVE at 6 and 8 weeks its 99% accurate that you don't have HIV . After these tests you can always take 1 more as mentioned before ONLY FOR YOU TO BE MORE CONFIDENT . Wish you all the best !!! We at here for you
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Thank you both!

My doctor told me my duo test at 3 weeks would be a good indicator, I should be getting results today. Is this false information?

After your comments I will retest next week, even though my doctor does not recommend it.

Thank you.
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Many specialists consider a negative HIV test at 8 weeks ( or 2 months ) 99% conclusive . Don't worry . In many countries like the UK an hiv test is considered conclusive at 6 weeks and only on extremely high risk cases it is asked to be repeated at 8 weeks ! The 3 month period is very conservative and only applies to people who have slow immune response . However if YOU wanna be 100% sure and never worry again you are always welcome at repeating the test at 84 days (12 weeks ) BUT REMEMBER it is only a TYPICAL confirmation !
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My answer is based on accurate facts. If you engaged in unprotected penetration then there is a risk and in order to know your status you should take an hiv test.
Tests have specific window periods. A 4th generation test should be done at 4 weeks post exposure and a simple HIV test at three months post exposure.
Simple but true!
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Thank you so much for your rseponse, Bestrong, it is very informative and accurate. But also quite generic to any situation.
I am asking about a specific incident and exposure, I do wonder if anyone may be able to give a more specific answer to this situation? If there is nothing, or no viable reassurance regarding single exposures other than ones such as oral, digital ect on this site, I understand. I am just distraught with worry and anxiety. I will patiently await my results. I have read that if one were to become positive, a duo test at 2-4 weeks would show it, and that a negative would require further follow up to ensure that the negative was correct. Is this the case? Thank you so much.
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1508374 tn?1380808510
Hello,
Unprotected penetration poses a risk of HIV transmission.
An HIV test at the right time will give you accurate results.
A 4th generation test should be done at 4 weeks post exposure and a simple HIV test at three months post exposure.
Keep calm and test at the right time.
Take care
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