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whats a accurate hiv test result if your a previous iv drug user?

hi was wondering if a negative test for a past iv drug user with no risks in fourth months is accurate , the test was a rapid oral also. tjanks
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anyone?
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Are you a chronic IV drug abuser and what was your exposure?
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You can find out your status by testing 3 months after your last exposure.  

If you abuse IV drugs, you must be vigilant about not sharing any equipment used to inject.  Use all of your own supplies.  That will ensure that you won't ever be at risk for HIV, or Hep C or B.  BTW, you should be testing for Hep B and C if you've shared works as well.  You can post in our Hepatitis forums for more info about that.

You'd do yourself a favor and seek help if you are abusing drugs.
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