i tested negative. then when i went to do it again the doctor said he doesnt have to do it again because i took it after 18 months. do i listen to what he said or do it again?
2006-10-28 06:35:32 · 8 answers · asked by frawla 68 1 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ STDs
You usually need to get another HIV test 3 months after the first one. There is the "window period". HIV takes sometimes up to 3 months to show up in your blood, so that is why for that three months you need to use protection, or no sex at all.
2006-10-28 06:39:00 · answer #1 · answered by J. P 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if I understand this correctly, you took the test 18 months after "possibly being exposed." In that case, yes, you are, most certaintly, negative. Any signs of viral infection would have been picked shown within 4-6 months, especially 18 months!! However, you are entitled to an STD/HIV test every 6 months through your insurance. So if it's been 6 months since you took that test, you can take it again. Taking the tests more regularly than that will only cost you more money, and highten your worry and concern. If you NEED to get tested for reassurance and your doctor refuses, simply go to a free clinic!
2006-10-28 13:41:27 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
When you take and HIV test the doctor usually ask you to com back in three month time to take and other one,you can do it again.
Good luck
2006-10-28 13:55:22 · answer #3 · answered by Cherry 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unless you had UPS in the last 3 months which could be considered high-risk or you are an IDU-intravenous drug-user- then you should not need to be re-tested. You will know best not your doctor.
2006-10-28 13:39:09 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you should get it done every six monthes, even if you stopped having sex. stds like hiv can take time to show up in tests.
2006-10-30 18:29:15 · answer #5 · answered by Emily 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well it all depends on you. If you feel for some reason you should take another one just to give you some peace of mind than do it else where.
2006-10-28 13:38:37 · answer #6 · answered by Lady B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, why take it again?
Either abstain from sex OR use protection.
Abstinence is best---then you don't have to worry,.............
Wait until you are married. You will be soooo glad you did.
You can stop right now if you decide to.
2006-10-28 13:39:13 · answer #7 · answered by bettyboop 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your worried go seek another doctor!
2006-10-28 13:39:26 · answer #8 · answered by Nemophilist 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋