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I had protected sex with my ex boyfriend 10 months ago. im scared to go for an hiv test, if i were positive, would the symptoms have surfaced by now?

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Dr. Marvin Den answered

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Not necessarily: If you indeed had protected sex, it is unlikely that you have concern. The only way for sure is to be tested however.

Answered 3/24/2013

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A member asked:

I had protected sex with my ex boyfriend 10 months ago. im scared to go for an hiv test, if i were positive, would the symptoms have surfaced by now?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Marvin Den answered

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