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A member asked:

If one doesn't get any symtoms after 3 years of intercourse of hiv then can she or he be hiv positive

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Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

Yes: HIV can smolder without producing symptoms for decades. If there is any doubt, get tested.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 5/31/2016

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