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Is there a possibility to be infected with a rare strain of hiv that is not detectable by current testing?

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Dr. Julie Abbott answered

Specializes in Preventive Medicine

No ....: this is something that you don't need to worry about. Commit your energy to following Safe Sexual Practices every time you are intimate with someone:) Stay well!

Dr Anyanwu and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

Is there a possibility to be infected with a rare strain of hiv that is not detectable by current testing?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Julie Abbott answered

Dr Anyanwu and another doctor agreed

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