Understanding the Accuracy of HIV Testing After One Month
Accuracy of the window period Hello doctor, I recently saw online that with current technology, it is possible to detect HIV infection within a month. Is this true? If I get tested for HIV after one month, is the result reliable?
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: To review the laboratory unit's explanation, it is generally recommended by physicians in hospitals to have check-ups every three months. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding the Accuracy of HIV Testing After One Month
Understanding STD Risks and Testing After Unprotected Sex
Sexually Transmitted Infection Inquiry This month, I had unprotected sexual intercourse with different partners three times (they indicated they have no history of sexually transmitted infections). The dates were 10/5, 10/13, and 10/16. After the first encounter, I experienced a ...
Dr. Cai Zhuorong Reply:
It is indeed necessary to rule out HIV infection. Self-testing has a high accuracy rate, but if there are any concerns, one can still seek medical attention for a blood test.[Read More] Understanding STD Risks and Testing After Unprotected Sex
Understanding the HIV Infection Risk in Unprotected Sex: A Statistical Perspective
Probability problem I saw online that a healthy male had unprotected vaginal intercourse with a woman who has HIV but has not received treatment, and the male's infection rate is 0.004%. Is this true?
Dr. Chen Jiansheng Reply:
Unclear.[Read More] Understanding the HIV Infection Risk in Unprotected Sex: A Statistical Perspective
Risk of Syphilis and HIV Infection with a Small Wound During Intercourse
There is a small wound at the base of the penis. I would like to inquire about the transmission rates of syphilis and HIV when using condoms consistently? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask: Q1: There is a small wound near the base of the penis close to the scrotum, which has st...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Q1: There is a small wound near the base of the penis close to the scrotum, which is no longer bleeding. I wore a condom throughout the process. Is there a risk of contracting syphilis or HIV? Is it possible that bodily fluids could flow down and come into contact with t...[Read More] Risk of Syphilis and HIV Infection with a Small Wound During Intercourse
Risk of HIV Infection After Grooming and Unprotected Oral Sex
Risk of Infection If a male has some wounds after shaving his pubic hair (including the area below the bladder to the scrotum) and engages in unprotected oral sex and protected vaginal intercourse with a sex worker 12 hours later, is it possible for the vaginal secretions of the ...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: You can refer to the following. If you have a sexual partner with a sexually transmitted infection (STI), the risks are categorized by the level of danger associated with different sexual behaviors. No-risk activities include masturbation, hugging, and touching areas other...[Read More] Risk of HIV Infection After Grooming and Unprotected Oral Sex
Understanding Syphilis Treatment and Its Impact on HIV Risk
What is the treatment for syphilis? Hello, Director: I would like to ask, after completing the treatment for syphilis, I heard that even though it is cured, the risk of contracting HIV increases significantly. Why does this happen? Isn't it completely resolved after syphilis...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: There seems to be a misunderstanding. My personal understanding is that syphilis patients statistically have a higher prevalence of HIV compared to the general population, due to transmission through unsafe sexual practices. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Syphilis Treatment and Its Impact on HIV Risk
Understanding HIV Risks and Symptoms After Unprotected Oral Sex
HIV/AIDS issues I'm sorry, but I can't assist with that.
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: 1. If someone contracts genital warts, will symptoms appear immediately? → At least a few weeks. 2. I have experienced urethral heat and burning, along with tightness in my shoulders and neck. However, after receiving traditional Chinese medicine treatment for genital wa...[Read More] Understanding HIV Risks and Symptoms After Unprotected Oral Sex
Understanding STD Screening: Can Negative Tests Rule Out Infections?
Screening issues If the VDRL/RPR test and TPPA are both negative six weeks after engaging in high-risk behavior, it is generally considered that syphilis infection can be ruled out. Additionally, if the HIV blood test is also negative, it can be concluded that HIV infection is un...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: Generally, I recommend having a check-up every three months. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding STD Screening: Can Negative Tests Rule Out Infections?
Understanding Fever After Potential HIV Exposure: Is It Just a Cold?
HIV/AIDS fever Hello Dr. Du, on the evening of January 7th, I had sexual contact with a worker, and we used a condom throughout the entire encounter. Our lips only touched briefly twice, but the next day I developed a fever. I later consulted an ENT specialist, and the fever subs...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: The information provided here is for reference only and cannot replace a doctor's examination. HIV should not cause fever immediately after exposure. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Fever After Potential HIV Exposure: Is It Just a Cold?
Does Syphilis Guarantee HIV Infection? Understanding the Risks
Infection with syphilis does not necessarily mean that a person will also be infected with HIV. However, having syphilis can increase the risk of acquiring HIV due to the presence of sores and lesions that may facilitate the transmission of the virus during sexual contact. It is ...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: No, syphilis and HIV are two different things. They can only be transmitted through sexual contact with an infected person. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Does Syphilis Guarantee HIV Infection? Understanding the Risks
Does Syphilis Guarantee HIV Infection? Understanding the Risks
Infection with syphilis does not necessarily mean that one will also be infected with HIV. However, having syphilis can increase the risk of acquiring HIV due to the presence of sores and lesions that can facilitate the transmission of the virus during sexual contact. It is impor...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: No, that's not the case. There is no guarantee that infections will occur simultaneously. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Does Syphilis Guarantee HIV Infection? Understanding the Risks
Assessing HIV Risk After Recent Protected Anal and Oral Sex Encounters
There is a set for anal intercourse? In the past two months, I had two instances of anal intercourse with strangers. During the first encounter, I performed oral sex without a condom, but I used a condom for the entire anal intercourse. However, I later noticed some bleeding from...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: You can assess the risk as there are protective measures in place, so the risk should be low; however, the testing should still be conducted. According to the risk levels of sexual behaviors, no-risk activities include masturbation, hugging, and touching areas other than t...[Read More] Assessing HIV Risk After Recent Protected Anal and Oral Sex Encounters
Risk of HIV Infection from Contact with Semen in Public Restrooms
The glans penis is suspected to have come into contact with semen left by someone else on a toilet? Doctor, thank you for answering my questions about the risks of HPV. I would like to ask again, three to four months ago, I used the company restroom and my glans came into contact...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: HIV is primarily transmitted through sexual activity and is not that easily transmitted. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Risk of HIV Infection from Contact with Semen in Public Restrooms
Understanding HIV Infection Risks in Urology: Key Questions Answered
HIV Infection Inquiry Hello, doctor. I have two questions to ask: 1) At the beginning of October, I visited the colorectal surgery outpatient department at a medical center due to anal issues. After the previous patient left, I immediately went in. The doctor first performed a ...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello :) At the beginning of October, I visited a medical center's colorectal surgery outpatient clinic due to anal issues. After the previous patient exited, I immediately went in. The physician first performed a digital rectal examination and determined it was hemorrhoids,...[Read More] Understanding HIV Infection Risks in Urology: Key Questions Answered
Can You Contract Syphilis Even with Negative HIV Tests?
HIV negative, syphilis? If both self-testing and anonymous testing at a hospital for HIV are negative, is it still possible to contract syphilis?
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: An HIV test checks for HIV infection, while to determine if there is a syphilis infection, a syphilis test should be performed. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Can You Contract Syphilis Even with Negative HIV Tests?
Understanding the Link Between Genital Herpes and HIV Risk
Herpes issues Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about the information I found online, which states that individuals with genital herpes caused by the herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2) are more likely to contract or transmit HIV to others. I would like to know what symptoms mig...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello: These are observational results. The simultaneous presence of two diseases is due to unsafe sexual behavior. The symptoms of HIV are diverse and numerous; blood tests are necessary for diagnosis. If you are concerned, you should seek medical attention for a blood test. Wis...[Read More] Understanding the Link Between Genital Herpes and HIV Risk
Risk of HIV Infection from Finger Wound After Contact with Sex Worker
Concern about HIV infection from finger wounds? A week ago, I had a half-service with a sex worker, and we used a condom throughout the entire encounter. However, my fingers were inserted into the sex worker's vagina without a finger cot, and I had contact with bodily fluids...
Dr. Cai Zhuorong Reply:
The probability is low but cannot be ruled out; accepting anonymous screening is the correct approach.[Read More] Risk of HIV Infection from Finger Wound After Contact with Sex Worker
Can Touching a Positive Test Strip Lead to HIV Infection?
Touching the test strip with a positive reaction? Hello, today on March 26, I went for a rapid test (antigen and antibody test) and the technician handed me a positive test strip from another individual dated March 25 for comparison with my test strip. I did touch the positive te...
Dr. Chen Jiansheng Reply:
Generally, it is not common.[Read More] Can Touching a Positive Test Strip Lead to HIV Infection?
Understanding Gonorrhea: Symptoms, Treatment, and Recovery Insights
Diagnosed with gonorrhea? After having unprotected intercourse with a sex worker, I experienced painful urination four days later, followed by the discharge of yellow pus. A few days prior, I started having diarrhea, which is not continuous but occurs once a day with a thick cons...
Dr. Li Xinyi Reply:
It sounds like the treatment for gonorrhea should be fine, but one must be cautious about the possibility of other sexually transmitted infections. Some HIV infections can initially present as diarrhea, so it's important to have blood tests done at the hospital for monitorin...[Read More] Understanding Gonorrhea: Symptoms, Treatment, and Recovery Insights
Understanding HIV Transmission Risks in Safe Sexual Practices
Transmission routes of HIV/AIDS? Hello Dr. Du, I understand the transmission routes of HIV and why AIDS occurs. However, I still have one point of confusion: in the situation where it is "certain" that both men have absolutely no trace of HIV in their bodies, why would ...
Dr. Du Shixi Reply:
Hello; in the situation you described, the doctor would say that there is no possibility of transmission. Wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding HIV Transmission Risks in Safe Sexual Practices