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A member asked:

I might have hiv but the only person i have had sex with doesn't have the virus. how is this possible?

A doctor has provided 1 answer
Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

Test both: Both partners should be tested to know for sure.

Dr Petruska agreed

Answered 2/12/2013

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