Could Itchy Rash Be A Sign Of Ars

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Itchy rash Vs Non Irch Rash in ARS

One question Dr. that I hope you can answer: Can you tell us why the Rash associated with ARA doesn't Itch or have pain???. I had a low risk exposure (Oral Sex - received and performed) and I have not been tested for HIV - If you can provide...

Response from Keith Henry, M.D.

University of Minnesota, School of Medicine

The rash seen in primary HIV infection is presumably immunologic in origin. Different persons have different immune responses to viral infections. In some patients, the rash may itch (? IgE or mast cell triggered) and in others there may be no... Read more »

Is this an ARS-like rash or a fungal infection?

Sorry for this long question but your erudite answer would be greatly appreciated. I am an... Read more »

Response from Mark Holodniy, M.D., F.A.C.P., C.I.C. »

Itchy rashes?

Hi Mr Kull, I had an unprotected oral sex encounter with a guy months ago. Weeks later some... Read more »

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ARS Rash

Posted by Anonymous, 1 Reply

Is it possible for the rash to appear 1 week after a possible exposure (unprotected cunnilungus on the clitoris). It went across my neck at the front and was itchy as hell for a couple of days, and then went away after a week.

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Raspy lungs a sign of ARS????

Posted by Anonymous, 3 Replies

I'm still having ARS Symptoms including raspy lungs, cough and dry mouth. I'm to the point I can't sleep at night!!! Are these associates with ARS??? It will be 2 weeks tomorrow for possible exposure... Read more »

Raspy lungs a sign of ARS????

Posted by Anonymous, 2 Replies

I'm still having ARS Symptoms including raspy lungs, cough and dry mouth. I'm to the point I can't sleep at night!!! Are these associates with ARS??? Read more »

My Wife-ARS Rash

Posted by Anonymous, 1 Reply

I am scared to death that I may have infected my wife, who came down with sore throat and muscle aches and a rash. I may have been exposed and gone through ars months ago, and now fear I have infected her. Can someone tell me if the rash associated... Read more »

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