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Protected sex once 5min w/ massage lady. oraquick neg @6wk. throat hurt a little& sneeze. no rash/headache/fever. is early neg result likely accurate?

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Dr. Tony Ho answered

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Likely, but: Protected sex greatly reduces the chance of HIV transmission; however, the oraquick (especially with oral fluid) is not as sensitive nor specific as a blood test. If you are concerned, get the blood test done.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/10/2014

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