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I am so scared of getting tested for hiv?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

The best way to: address this fear is to face the fear. Encourage you to get HIV tested. That way you will be out of limbo.

Dr Munshower and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/29/2014

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A member asked:

I am so scared of getting tested for hiv?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Munshower and 2 doctors agreed

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