Yes: I'm going to assume that the HIV test was a nucleic acid test. I trust that you'll have good memories of this experience, however imperfect it may have been, and that you'll play safe if something like this happens again. It's good for a young adult who's not in a monogamous relationship to be checked for both of these yearly. Best wishes.
Answered 8/2/2015
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Yes, repeat in 4 wks: Due to the 4-6 wks window or incubation period of HIV, a repeat test at 6-8 wks is generally recommended for confirmation. For your safety, please avoid sex without condom, outside of a strictly monogamous relationship! Stay healthty
Answered 8/2/2015
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High risk???: Syphilis test needs no repeat. Hiv sometimes not pos until 2 months, 6 months reported. Tested for herpes, chlamidia, GC, hpv, hepatitis? Do you know this guy? You seem to fear that he has had many other contacts. Perhaps you should discuss with him.
Answered 6/28/2016
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Retest at 3&6 months: For HIV, it can take up to 6 months after exposure to develop the antibodies that are detected by the test. So retesting is recommended usually at 3 and 6 months post-exposure. For syphilis, antibodies can take several weeks to be produced, so again, if you are concerned, another retest in the future may be indicated. Testing for other STDs such as chlamydia and gonorrhea is recommended also.
Answered 9/18/2015
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