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Does hiv symptoms occur a week after exposure? i'm nt sure of his status but probably he's clean. but am i having normal flu or a symptome? been aweek

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Unlikely: It takes weeks for symptoms to develop with HIV and thus you likely have a cold. This is a reminder that safe sex practice will likely reduce a lot of anxiety in the future.

Answered 10/16/2014

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A member asked:

Does hiv symptoms occur a week after exposure? i'm nt sure of his status but probably he's clean. but am i having normal flu or a symptome? been aweek

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Chiu answered

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