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Need help docs! my anti hcv is negative can i have hiv with hcv negative?

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Dr. Enrique Molina answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Yes: Yes these are different viruses. Testing for hepatitis c doesn't test you for hiv. Ask your doctor for an HIV test.

Dr Milan agreed

Answered 6/10/2014

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A member asked:

Need help docs! my anti hcv is negative can i have hiv with hcv negative?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Enrique Molina answered

Dr Milan agreed

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