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What is the true window period for hiv? i have had a test 5 months after exposer to a women with unknown risk it was negative and it still worries me.

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Dr. Aleks Radovic answered

6 months is: probably a good time to stop testing post exposure. I would recheck again in 1-2 months and if that is negative, I wouldn't worry anymore.

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/1/2016

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A member asked:

What is the true window period for hiv? i have had a test 5 months after exposer to a women with unknown risk it was negative and it still worries me.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Aleks Radovic answered

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

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