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I want an hiv test because i've never been tested, but i don't want the results, whether + or - to be sprung on me. what can i do to ease my concerns?

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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HIV: Consider ordering test through" walk in labs". You can order the testing yourself and spring the results on yourself when you are ready.

Answered 8/10/2016

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A member asked:

I want an hiv test because i've never been tested, but i don't want the results, whether + or - to be sprung on me. what can i do to ease my concerns?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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