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HIV chances

Hi,
I had intercourse with a sexworker 1 hr ago
The condom broke during the sex and all the semen was out
Is there any chance of getting HIV? If yes, how will I know and fix it

  1. Hi . I can tell you are concerned and it is good that you are quick to seek a place to get information. I need to note that we are not medical professionals and, for your protection cannot give medical advice. That said, I do want to share with you this article from our editorial team that discusses PEP or Post-Exposure Prophylaxis: https://h-i-v.net/pep. This is important because it "is a treatment option given after potential exposure to HIV has occurred." The article also notes that treatment has to be started within three days of potential exposure. As you noted, you are still within that window period. In addition, I want to share with you this article on transmission risk: https://h-i-v.net/transmission-risks. You will note that insertive penile-vaginal intercourse is 0.04 percent. Of course, these are only estimated average risk levels and individual circumstances may change risk. I hope this information is helpful and wishing you the best. Richard (Team Member)

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