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Can HIV Be Transmitted Through Broken Condom?
Question: Hi
I had sex with a prostitute sterday and condom broke out during the intercouse. is there any possibility of me getting infected with HIV
I had sex with a prostitute sterday and condom broke out during the intercouse. is there any possibility of me getting infected with HIV
Brief Answer:
There is minor possibility of HIV transmission if she is positive.
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thank you for query. I am Dr Bharatesh D Basti answering your query.
Welcome to health care magic. I have gone through the details.
The chances of transmission of HIV by unprotected intercourse with a HIV positive person is1/200 to 1/1000.If protected it is nil.
As the condom failed it is considered as unprotected intercourse.
So there is minor possibility of HIV transmission.
She may be negative too.
You can check her HIV status to be relieved of anxiety.
You can get back for any clarification.
Thank you
Dr Bharatesh D Basti
Dermatologist and venerologist
There is minor possibility of HIV transmission if she is positive.
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thank you for query. I am Dr Bharatesh D Basti answering your query.
Welcome to health care magic. I have gone through the details.
The chances of transmission of HIV by unprotected intercourse with a HIV positive person is1/200 to 1/1000.If protected it is nil.
As the condom failed it is considered as unprotected intercourse.
So there is minor possibility of HIV transmission.
She may be negative too.
You can check her HIV status to be relieved of anxiety.
You can get back for any clarification.
Thank you
Dr Bharatesh D Basti
Dermatologist and venerologist
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Yogesh D
Sir
I have given blood sample for p24 antigen test. But did not continue the intercourse. Stopped immediately and washed immediately. i saw in online if i take some tabs within 72 hrs of this can prevent hiv infection.
pls guide me in this as i am really scared about this.
If i can get some other tests done what are those? And when should i get it done.
I have given blood sample for p24 antigen test. But did not continue the intercourse. Stopped immediately and washed immediately. i saw in online if i take some tabs within 72 hrs of this can prevent hiv infection.
pls guide me in this as i am really scared about this.
If i can get some other tests done what are those? And when should i get it done.
Brief Answer:
PEP to be taken within 72 hours.Discuss with your doctor for PEP.
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thank you for follow up query.
If withdrawn immediately the chances are almost nil.
If possible know the HIV status of the person.If she is negative you can allay fears.
If doubtful or unknown or positive you can discuss with your treating doctor for PEP(post exposure prophylaxis) drugs. PEP has to be taken within 72 hours of exposure for better results.
You can go for HIV 1&2 RNA PCR tests after ,10-12 days exposure .
P24 antigen test may not be helpful at this stage.
You can get back for any clarification.
Thank you
Dr Bharatesh D Basti
PEP to be taken within 72 hours.Discuss with your doctor for PEP.
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thank you for follow up query.
If withdrawn immediately the chances are almost nil.
If possible know the HIV status of the person.If she is negative you can allay fears.
If doubtful or unknown or positive you can discuss with your treating doctor for PEP(post exposure prophylaxis) drugs. PEP has to be taken within 72 hours of exposure for better results.
You can go for HIV 1&2 RNA PCR tests after ,10-12 days exposure .
P24 antigen test may not be helpful at this stage.
You can get back for any clarification.
Thank you
Dr Bharatesh D Basti
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Prasad
Hi
Thanks.
Does PEP has any side effects.....
If I take PEP medications can I rule out the possibility of having HIV.
Thanks.
Does PEP has any side effects.....
If I take PEP medications can I rule out the possibility of having HIV.
Brief Answer:
Yes.It has some side effects.
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thank you for follow up query.
Yes. Any drug will have some side effects. They are minor effects. But it is better to be safe when in doubt of HIV status.
PEP helps in prevention of HIV if taken in proper manner.
Though the chances of HIV is nil, you can discuss with your treating doctor regarding need for PEP.
You can get back for any clarification.
Thank you
Dr Bharatesh D Basti
Yes.It has some side effects.
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thank you for follow up query.
Yes. Any drug will have some side effects. They are minor effects. But it is better to be safe when in doubt of HIV status.
PEP helps in prevention of HIV if taken in proper manner.
Though the chances of HIV is nil, you can discuss with your treating doctor regarding need for PEP.
You can get back for any clarification.
Thank you
Dr Bharatesh D Basti
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Prasad
sir
I observed small white rashes on my penis is this the sign of HIV infection.
I am having
Lower back pain, neck pain and little cough which is little dry
What are side effects of taking PEP.
although i have checked with the person whom I had intetcourse is not HIV positive. But are there any chances of getting infected for any other infections. What would be those?
I have taken Hepatitis B 3 dose in my childhood.
I observed small white rashes on my penis is this the sign of HIV infection.
I am having
Lower back pain, neck pain and little cough which is little dry
What are side effects of taking PEP.
although i have checked with the person whom I had intetcourse is not HIV positive. But are there any chances of getting infected for any other infections. What would be those?
I have taken Hepatitis B 3 dose in my childhood.
Brief Answer:
HIV transmission unlikely if person is negative
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thank you for follow up query.
Pep can have side effects like anemia,weakness, bone,gastro intestinal etc.It depends on drug ,dosage ,duration. Do not worry. It is safe for short duration.
The symptoms are nonspecific and may not be due to HIV. Usually it takes atleast 2-4 weeks for manifestation.You can send clear photos of rash for clarification else consult doctor for examination.
If the person is negative for HIV, there is almost nil chance of transmission.
There are other STDs like herpes simplex virus (HSV) which can be transmitted.The chances are higher if there was active lesions at the time of contact.
Hepatitis B transmission also is a possibility.Vaccination in childhood may protect from disesse.Immunity decreases with age.
You can go for booster dose of vaccination now.
You can get back for any clarification.
Thank you
Dr Bharatesh D Basti
HIV transmission unlikely if person is negative
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thank you for follow up query.
Pep can have side effects like anemia,weakness, bone,gastro intestinal etc.It depends on drug ,dosage ,duration. Do not worry. It is safe for short duration.
The symptoms are nonspecific and may not be due to HIV. Usually it takes atleast 2-4 weeks for manifestation.You can send clear photos of rash for clarification else consult doctor for examination.
If the person is negative for HIV, there is almost nil chance of transmission.
There are other STDs like herpes simplex virus (HSV) which can be transmitted.The chances are higher if there was active lesions at the time of contact.
Hepatitis B transmission also is a possibility.Vaccination in childhood may protect from disesse.Immunity decreases with age.
You can go for booster dose of vaccination now.
You can get back for any clarification.
Thank you
Dr Bharatesh D Basti
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Shanthi.E
HI sir
Thanks for ur answer.
I have got the fellow partner test for hiv, hbsag and hcv and vdrl where all the results where either negative or non reactive. hiv was 0.64 in her case. Am i safe. Or do i need to need to go for p24 antigen for her also.
I have not started the PEP as yet. Do u think really that PEP will work now. I had this intercourse on 2nd XXXXXXX at 12 pm.
I have got myself also tested for HIV where it says 0.65 non reactive. What status I am in pls let me know. I still worried about the viral load she is carrying.
Do i need to get the p24 antigen or dna pcr or rna pcr test done
Thanks for ur answer.
I have got the fellow partner test for hiv, hbsag and hcv and vdrl where all the results where either negative or non reactive. hiv was 0.64 in her case. Am i safe. Or do i need to need to go for p24 antigen for her also.
I have not started the PEP as yet. Do u think really that PEP will work now. I had this intercourse on 2nd XXXXXXX at 12 pm.
I have got myself also tested for HIV where it says 0.65 non reactive. What status I am in pls let me know. I still worried about the viral load she is carrying.
Do i need to get the p24 antigen or dna pcr or rna pcr test done
Brief Answer:
Both are negative.
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thank you for follow up query.
If she is negative you can almost relax and get relieved of your anxiety.
But there is a minor possibility of her being in window phase, if she has multiple partners.
So if you want to get relieved of anxiety now ,then you can go for HIV 1&2 RNA PCR now for both.
The titres do not matter as long as it is negative
So you do not worry, both of you are negative.
If you still have a doubt about her HIV status, you can go for PEP within 3 days exposure.
You can get back for any clarification.
Thank you
Dr Bharatesh D Basti
Both are negative.
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thank you for follow up query.
If she is negative you can almost relax and get relieved of your anxiety.
But there is a minor possibility of her being in window phase, if she has multiple partners.
So if you want to get relieved of anxiety now ,then you can go for HIV 1&2 RNA PCR now for both.
The titres do not matter as long as it is negative
So you do not worry, both of you are negative.
If you still have a doubt about her HIV status, you can go for PEP within 3 days exposure.
You can get back for any clarification.
Thank you
Dr Bharatesh D Basti
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Sir
My 3 days exposure ends at 11 am today5.6.15. But whereas my doctor has told me not to go for PEP as that shld have been inititaed before 36 hrs... he told it is of no use now.. let me know ur feedback.
I have developed some brown spot on arm and tummy just 1 or 2... is it really worry some
My 3 days exposure ends at 11 am today5.6.15. But whereas my doctor has told me not to go for PEP as that shld have been inititaed before 36 hrs... he told it is of no use now.. let me know ur feedback.
I have developed some brown spot on arm and tummy just 1 or 2... is it really worry some
Brief Answer:
Brown spots are not specific to HIV.
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thank you for follow up query.
I do not see need for pep too.You can go for pep, if you still desire.Best is within 36 hours can be given up to 72 hours.
Brown spots are not related to HIV.Skin rashes are not specific to HIV.You can send photos of spots with details of symptoms for clarification else consult your doctor for examination. It may not be related.
You can get back for any clarification.
Thank you
Dr Bharatesh D Basti
Brown spots are not specific to HIV.
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thank you for follow up query.
I do not see need for pep too.You can go for pep, if you still desire.Best is within 36 hours can be given up to 72 hours.
Brown spots are not related to HIV.Skin rashes are not specific to HIV.You can send photos of spots with details of symptoms for clarification else consult your doctor for examination. It may not be related.
You can get back for any clarification.
Thank you
Dr Bharatesh D Basti
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Hi sir
Some small minute white particles are rising out of my skin....what are those .. getting really worried now....
Some small minute white particles are rising out of my skin....what are those .. getting really worried now....
Brief Answer:
Both Not related to HIV.
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thank you for follow up query.
White particles are dead skin layers, which may be due to dryness.It is not related to HIV. Use cleanser like cetaphil or moisturising soap.
Brown spot is a minor change in skin, which may resolve itself.If it persists you may need depigmenting agents later.It is not related to HIV.
You can get back for any clarification.
Thank you
Dr Bharatesh D Basti
Both Not related to HIV.
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thank you for follow up query.
White particles are dead skin layers, which may be due to dryness.It is not related to HIV. Use cleanser like cetaphil or moisturising soap.
Brown spot is a minor change in skin, which may resolve itself.If it persists you may need depigmenting agents later.It is not related to HIV.
You can get back for any clarification.
Thank you
Dr Bharatesh D Basti
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
Hi Sir
Thanks for the answer.
Do i need to go for HIV 1 and HIV 2 RNA PCR TEST by qualitative or quantitative method. Is it also advisable to go for p24 antigen test for early detectability for the other partner now....
Still keeping my fingers crossed as i am feeling sensations of some thing running inside my body and pain on left shoulder joint and left joint near the upper and lower body...
Thanks for the answer.
Do i need to go for HIV 1 and HIV 2 RNA PCR TEST by qualitative or quantitative method. Is it also advisable to go for p24 antigen test for early detectability for the other partner now....
Still keeping my fingers crossed as i am feeling sensations of some thing running inside my body and pain on left shoulder joint and left joint near the upper and lower body...
Brief Answer:
Symptoms may be due to anxiety.
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thank you for follow up query.
You can go for qualitative PCR test to relieve your anxiety after 10 days exposure.
She can go for RNA PCR or Duo test (p24 and antibodies test).
The symptoms may be due to anxiety.
You can get back for any clarification.
Thank you
Dr Bharatesh D Basti
Symptoms may be due to anxiety.
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thank you for follow up query.
You can go for qualitative PCR test to relieve your anxiety after 10 days exposure.
She can go for RNA PCR or Duo test (p24 and antibodies test).
The symptoms may be due to anxiety.
You can get back for any clarification.
Thank you
Dr Bharatesh D Basti
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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