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HIV testing and medication
Oct 10, 2008
I had unprotected sex in the beginning of November 2007. Since that time I have had one blood test in January, which was a horrific experience that has made me hesitant to test again. Then I had two rapid oral tests, one at the end of March and one mid May. All tests came back negative. My question is, I take Valtrex occasionally for herpes and wanted to know if the drug would have affected my test results? Should I be worried?
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Response from Dr. Horwath
You have had 3 negative HIV tests, all negative. You should be confident in the results.
Valtrex should not affect the test results.
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