Question 1

what is the suggestion for hiv and std testing after a significant exposure to completely rule our infection? when can i do test ?

Accepted Answer

Within 2-3 weeks: also get checked for all other possible STDs if having unprotected intercourse. The gift wrapped answer is condoms if all tests are negative.

Question 2

partner inserted head of penis in vagina for less than a minute. he did not ejaculate inside what is hiv risk? already booked appointment for hiv and std testing. both of our last hiv and std tests were negative last done in october?

Accepted Answer

: If this happened less than 72 hours ago, see your doctor or go to ED for post-exposure prophylactic treatment for HIV. If it is too late, get tested more than 6 weeks after the episode.

Question 3

could the std testing list include hiv?

Accepted Answer

Yes,but: In some states you must agree i writing for HIV testing. Routine testing may exclude or include the test.I would just ask the staff.

Question 4

i took the same day online std testing | stdcheck.com (http://stdcheck.com) hiv rna test 12 days after exposure. they claim 9599% accuracy at 911 days after exposure, the result was negative. can i be pretty confident with these results?

Accepted Answer

: Pretty confident, yes -- but not 95-99% as the lab claims. More like 90% for an RNA test at 9-11 dys. If it was a truly high risk exposure (e.g. anal sex with another male, vaginal sex with a known infected female), also have an AgAb (4th generation) blood test after a few weeks.

Question 5

how accurate is std testing? i tested negative for the swab(clamid./gonn.) and hiv/aids/hepitetis a&b, but should i be worried about inaccuracy?

Accepted Answer

Timing of test: The tests are generally accurate. However if you test too soon after acquiring the infection, a negative result would not rule out an infection. If you are concerned about the results of any of the tests, you may repeat the tests in about 6 months.

Question 6

had std testing (blood draw) done for hiv which was "non reactive".  i have eye floaters and lately white rings/ coated tongue. what is going on?

Accepted Answer

Vitreous detachment: Floaters are usually secondary to vitreous detachment from the retina.  This is a normal aging process and it can start as early as teens in a highly nearsighted person to into the 60's.  But when you first notice it u need to see an eye md to make sure there are no retinal tears.  Your mouth lesions may be candida and from a lot of stress and not necessarily HIV related.  See your primary md.

Question 7

how would i be able to find a place that has free and confidential std testing for teens?

Accepted Answer

Dept of  Health: A few places  to  check:  local department of  health, call your  local hospital,  or  look up  public  health  clinics.  Also  ask  any local  md office  for  advice  on  where to go.

Question 8

i dont have insurance, is there a way i can get std testing for free or cheap?

Accepted Answer

Health Dept: Yes - call your local health department and inquire as to what services they have for you.  There are also likely some free clinics that offer std testing somewhere near you.  Most communities have some services that will be able to help you.

Question 9

does std testing hurt?

Accepted Answer

Some: Some tests may be painful or uncomfortable such as genital swabs, cultures or blood draws. Others can be done on urine. It depends on what std we are looking for and in what situation.

Question 10

how accurate is urine std testing using naat?

Accepted Answer

Here are some ...: In the US, whatever approved by its FDA &amp; marketed is considered to be reasonably safe, effective, &amp; accurate although some frauds may still exist. But in comparison, that is best we can come by due to its highest transparency; of course, nothing is perfect and behind what we know always still hides a lot what we don't know. So, NAAT testing is good enough for daily use. More? Ask Doc timely.

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What is the suggestion for hiv and std testing after a significant exposure to completely rule our infection? when can i do test ?

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Partner inserted head of penis in vagina for less than a minute. he did not ejaculate inside what is hiv risk? already booked appointment for hiv and std testing. both of our last hiv and std tests were negative last done in october?

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Could the std testing list include hiv?

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I took the same day online std testing | stdcheck.com (http://stdcheck.com) hiv rna test 12 days after exposure. they claim 9599% accuracy at 911 days after exposure, the result was negative. can i be pretty confident with these results?

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How accurate is std testing? i tested negative for the swab(clamid./gonn.) and hiv/aids/hepitetis a&b, but should i be worried about inaccuracy?

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Had std testing (blood draw) done for hiv which was "non reactive". i have eye floaters and lately white rings/ coated tongue. what is going on?

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How would i be able to find a place that has free and confidential std testing for teens?

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I dont have insurance, is there a way i can get std testing for free or cheap?

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Does std testing hurt?

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How accurate is urine std testing using naat?

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