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Condom flip

Im very scared now -i had a MSM sex last Tuesday sept 14 2021–i dont know his status ,im the bot ,prior to having sex ,he is pressing his dick between my legs no penetration ,then we decided to have penetration ,i took the condom and try to put it but its was not the correct side (it was not thoroughly placed ,it was still rolled ,then we flip it to put the other correct side —-i want to ask if whats the chance i can get hiv ,by doing that flipping ,if he is positive -i cant remember if there was pre cum —im really scared now —im already paranoid -im contacting him but not asnwering my calls or message -im really scared—whats the chance of me getting infected if he does is HIV positive ?

  1. Hi , we completely understand how overwhelming and scary this time can be. We aren't medical professionals and cannot give out specific medical advice. However, precum is one of the five fluids that HIV can be transmitted so it depends if there was precum on one side of the condom when flipping it inside out. I want to mention that when a person takes treatment and is undetectable, the rate of transmission is essentially zero. The best thing to do in this case, especially if he isn't answering you, is to get tested. However, I want to mention that when a person takes treatment and is undetectable, the rate of transmission is essentially zero. It may be helpful to know that window periods can vary (your doctor can help determine this) - more info on those window periods here: https://h-i-v.net/test-types. With that being said, it’s still important to get tested regularly and speak about any symptoms you have with a doctor you trust. I hope this is helpful and please keep us posted on how you're doing. -Sidney (H-I-V.net Team Member)

    1. Alafia (Peace) I totally get how anxious this has made you feel. I not a medical doctor but I would say the best way of knowing your status is to get tested as soon as possible. Khafre (H-I-V.net Team Member)

      1. Alafia (Peace) I wanted to reach back out to you to see if you have resolved your concerns about the condom flipping? Did you decide to get tested? We are have to provide support for you regardless of the results. Khafre (H-I-V.net Team Member)

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