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Doctor,i take 4&9wks 4th gen cmia test came negative.its accuracy? i have sore throat 2 months,i take azithromycin 3days not cured.same time i have stomach ulcer take tablets.but still not cure.im too worried.what can i do?i take another test 12wks?

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A negative 4th gen test at 9 weeks rules out HIV, HIV is only one of the STDs. A condom may not protect against HPV, Herpes, LGV, syphilis, pubic lice etc. It would be prudent to see your doctor for an evaluation. Visit this site for information: https://www.cdc.gov/std/default.htm Wish you good health!

Answered 9/7/2022

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Your test results prove that HIV is not the cause of your sore throat. Most sore throats are due to viruses or allergy, and azithromycin or other antibiotics have no effect -- but that doesn't mean HIV is the cause. The 4th gen HIV tests always are positive before 9 weeks, so your tests are conclusive, no need to test again for HIV at 12 wk or any other time. Stomach ulcers make no difference.

Answered 9/7/2022

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