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Hi ive recently entered into a new relationship. my bf and i have not had a chance to take an hiv test together, however did engage sexually the other night. during foreplay,he penetrated without a condom, i withdrew consent. should i take pep?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

PEP for HIV exposure: As you likely know, the frequency of heterosexually transmitted HIV is very high in your country. The level of risk from this single exposure depends on your partner's sexual lifestyle up til now: if he's had multiple partners or past STI, PEP probably would be wise. The two of you could go together for HIV testing -- if negative, you could stop PEP when you learn the result.

Answered 1/30/2021

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Agree with Dr. H: If sex happened within the past 72 hours, take post-exposure prophylaxis. If your BF gets tested and is negative you can stop the treatment. Get HPV and Covid vaccines. Safe sex: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/safer-sex-guidelines Wish you good health!

Answered 1/30/2021

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