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Im having recurring furnculosis, is this staph? tested negative for hiv 3times this year. y won't this infection go away or does this mean i got hiv

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Not necessarily: It appears that you may have an impaired immune system and you should consult an allergist/immunologist to get evaluated. Consider safe sex so that you won't be worrying about it the next time a pimple pops out on your face.

Answered 9/14/2015

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A member asked:

Im having recurring furnculosis, is this staph? tested negative for hiv 3times this year. y won't this infection go away or does this mean i got hiv

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Chiu answered

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