Do I have HIV

By Dextro

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Last updated: April 2022

Have been having pains in my lower abdomen, a few weeks later my lymph nodes were swollen in my groin, and migrated to my head for the next two days... but it didn't swell for long... been having muscle pains or what feels like nerve pains... no fever, no headache, no fatigue, did STD test and had no sexually transmitted disease...

last night I discovered 4 groups of rash on my thigh... still having groin pain which comes and goes a few times in a day... also muscle pain... an maybe a painful lymph near my ear.

Been having protected sex, but I trimmed my nails to finger a girl of recent 😢

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<inline-mention username="Dextro" user-id="4593667"/> I am so glad you reached out, it sounds like you're dealing with some really painful and uncomfortable symptoms. It sounds like you are concerned that you may have had cuts on your fingers that came in contact with vaginal secretions, and you are not sure of your partner's status. Since you used protection while having sex, your risk seems like it is likely on the lower end of the spectrum when it comes to the interaction you described. HIV can be transmitted through five bodily fluids including breast milk, blood, precum, semen, and vaginal secretions. You can definitely learn more about the specifics which may ease your mind through this article: <a href='https://h-i-v.net/transmission' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer ugc'>https://h-i-v.net/transmission</a> . It sounds like you did an STD test? In a doctor's office, the range of tests typically will include HIV tests. Just to be sure you were not tested already without realizing it. Going to get an HIV test can be stressful, but I know some here in the community have found it useful to know what to expect first - this article may help: <a href='https://h-i-v.net/living/testing-information' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer ugc'>https://h-i-v.net/living/testing-information</a> . In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention in the United States encourages all individuals between the ages of 13 and 64 to have at least one HIV test as part of their normal care. There is so much information online and it can be overwhelming sometimes. The two links above should give you the information you need. Please let us know how you are doing. - Liz (Team Member),
Khafre Kujichagulia Abif Moderator
Alafia (Peace) That you for reaching out with your concerns. I am not a medical doctor so I can't say anything about the symptoms you are experiencing. I will say if you are concerned about possibly being exposed to HIV, it's time to get tested. Getting tested is the only way of knowing for sure. Please stay in touch and let us know how we can further support you Khafre (H-I-V.net Team Member)
Khafre Kujichagulia Abif Moderator
Alafia (Peace) <inline-mention username="Dextro" user-id="4593667"/> Sounds like you are experiencing a number of issues. Have you been tested for HIV since your post? Getting tested regularly is important and the guidelines suggest we do. Khafre (H-I-V.net Team Member)

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