I'm very scared Help due to HIV infection
4 days ago, we went out together and sang alhohol. then, like most people who do stupid things, we took cocaine and used it. One of the persons tested positive for hiv who has been using antiretroviral therapy for more than 1 year, the virus is undetectable and was negative on the last test that was done 1 month ago. is there a chance that we are infected? I did this for the first time and I'm too scared.If I am infected, how long should it take for my symptoms to appear, because after four days I got diarrhea today
please Help !
, as I understand you are concerned about sharing drinks and cocaine with a person who is HIV-positive, yet undetectable. Were there any intravenous drugs (needles) also shared? HIV does not live long outside the body (like in the air or on surfaces), with the exception of needle sharing, which does carry a higher risk of transmission - more on that here https://h-i-v.net/life-cycle
First, we'll clarify that HIV is only transmitted through blood, semen, vaginal fluids, precum, and breast milk, and can't be transmitted through saliva or touching. More on that here: https://h-i-v.net/transmission and that when someone has an undetectable viral load, they cannot transmit HIV sexually.
I know it is so scary to feel these symptoms and not know. The only way to truly know is to get tested, which is recommended to be part of our regular health care anyhow. If you are looking for more info on where and what to expect, this may be useful to you: https://h-i-v.net/living/testing-locator
Let us know what you end up doing, and how you're feeling. We can't provide medical advice, but can point you toward information and provide support when you're feeling scared or nervous.
Take care. - Liz (Team Member)
Alafia (Peace) I understand where you are coming from. I want you to understand that until you get tested and know your status it will loom over your thoughts and reality. Ask someone you trust to go with you to the testing site. Know that you are not alone. Khafre (H-I-V.net Team Member) hello again,
I was tested on the 10th day with an HIV RNA 1 PCR test and it was negative. I was tested on day 21 with AG/AB Architect Test from 4th generation and it was negative. I was tested again on day 32 with HIV AG/AB Combo + p24 and this test was negative. I did the last test at 45 days AG/AB Architect and it was negative. I am very panicky, I can't sleep because of fear and stress. I am very afraid. Are these tests final and can I relax please reply.
hello again,
I was tested on the 10th day with an HIV RNA 1 PCR test and it was negative. I was tested on day 21 with AG/AB Architect Test from 4th generation and it was negative. I was tested again on day 32 with HIV AG/AB Combo + p24 and this test was negative. I did the last test at 45 days AG/AB Architect and it was negative. I am very panicky, I can't sleep because of fear and stress. I am very afraid. Are these tests final and can I relax please reply.it sounds like you continue to test negative after 45 days. The window period can vary based on how you get tested (blood from a vein or a finger prick). There is more info on this here, as we aren't able to interpret test results online - https://www.hiv.gov/hiv-basics/hiv-testing/learn-about-hiv-testing/hiv-testing-overview
I am so sorry to hear you are still stressed and afraid. Have you been getting the tests in a clinic? I wonder if anyone there can help ease your mind and answer your questions.
Liz
