Achy Balls After Docking Worried I Have HIV

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Docking risks?

Hey Bob,I have regularly read your articles and much appreciate your work. An aussie donation is on its way :)In early February i had a persistant dry cough, sore throat and sore neck due to cold weather.I stupidly met up with a stranger while i had...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hi Aussie Alex,Unfortunately I cannot diagnose your problem over the Internet. Since I love Australia (and Aussies) and am overdue for a visit, can I come downunder and make a house call to examine you in person?Your HIV risk from... Read more »

Dick Docking and Penis Rubbing 2: Foreskin

Hello Dr Bob, Thanks to your last reply.That's my second time I sent this question. I've... Read more »

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Master worried....MR itchy balls and your friend. back once again

Dear Dr. BOB,IT has been a long time since I have feared HIV. But its back. As much as i know about... Read more »

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Achy Joints from my meds......

Posted by harcase116, 4 Replies

I would like to know what would be the best thing for me to deal with my achy joints, I take Atripla don't have too much side effects from it just the ache joints! I have been taking over the counter pain medicines but it has not help ! Read more »

Blood on Cotton Ball & Band Aid - not mine

Posted by Olive, 1 Reply

Hello,

I hope the experts can help me out. I went to get a routine HIV test done at a local clinic here in Kenya. The syringe was new, however after drawing the blood the nurse put a cotton ball on my injected area to cover the blood....I noticed... Read more »

stds from having your balls sucked/licked?

Posted by team1, 5 Replies

obviously in everything there is a chance? but is there a great chance of getting any STDs from getting your balls and shaft (not the head of the penis though) sucked??

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HEY EVERYONE WHO IS WORRIED....

Posted by Anonymous

everyone who is always worring about hiv and get testes 1-2-3-4-5- times or how ever many. You may have a mental health issue and you can get many symotpms from it. I have GAD.. Generlized anxiety disorder. its a a serious issue which make your mind... Read more »

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