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acute infection- PLEASE REPLY
#159758 - 09/09/05 12:09 PM
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Can somebody please answer the following questions for me?
1. What is the timeframe for someone to experience ARS, IF they were to experience them, after exposure?
2. Where would the rash consistant with ARS occur?
3. What does the rash look like? Is it red?
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the time frame is 2 to 6 weeks after exposure, IF you experience symptoms. The rash is usually on the trunk (chest and back). it is generally blotchy and red, but doesn't itch. PLEASE keep in mind that rashes are caused by MANY MANY things. A long time ago I woke with that exact rash....all over my chest, stomach and back....didn't itch....just blotchy and red...I almost had a stroke and was worried senseless. It was an allergy to a medication that had taken, but had stopped days before. You can have that type of rash if you change detergents, fabric softners, perfume, cologne, a food allergy, or another virus that is just a regular old everyday virus that lots of people get, just to name a few. You can NOT diagnose yourself as having HIV because you have a rash. If you had a risky encounter you should be tested...rash or no rash.
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The rash resembles a sunburn. I personally think 6 weeks is pushing it and would say ARS will occur between 2-4 weeks, with nearly all testing positive within a 6 week window. Do NOT focus on symptoms, take a test at 6 weeks post exposure and that will tell you what it is you need to know. Retest at 3 months if you need further reassurance.
GOOD LUCK TO YOU!
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