Hiv Exposure Prevention

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Non-Occupational Post Exposure Prevention

Other non-occupational HIV PEP programs may be available through emergency rooms or local clinics. Your city or state department of public health may have more information about HIV nPEP programs in your area. This list merely reflects formal programs that we are aware of at the time of publication. Commentary The decision to use nPEP is a difficult one. Even if you participated in an activity that put you at high risk for HIV infection,...

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Hiv prevention (PEP) (TREATMENT AFTER EXPOSURE)

Dear Rob,I recently had sex with a man i do not know, without my knowledge he removed the condom. I went to the Er and was prescribed Viread and combavir, will this lower my chances of contracting Hiv?...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hello,Yes, PEP, if appropriately prescribed and taken, can decrease the chance of infection following an HIV exposure. PEP is most effective when started as soon as possible (and no later than 72 hours) after an exposure. I'll reprint some... Read more »

Post Exposure Prevention Male to Male to Female -- Concerned.

I recently had two regrettable things happen -- I engaged in male - male sex as the bottom, with a male unknown to me. The condom broke. It lasted for another minute or two and we figured it out. No ejaculation. He said he was neg, still I was...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hello,I would recommend:1. Level with your wife if you have not already done so.2. Continue your full 28-day course of PEP and follow the post-PEP testing guidelines (HIV-antibody tests at six weeks, three months and six months from the date of... Read more »

Importance of viral load info after high risk exposure and for prevention

I read a response to a guy who asked about the use of viral loads tests vs antibody testing in three months. I realize that the viral load is not diagnostic of HIV seroconversion, but it is important in prevention. Shouldn't people who have a...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hi,I think you may be confused. Let me try to explain. First off, I do not downplay the usefulness of knowing one's viral load, if (and that's a big if) one is HIV-positive. What I have repeatedly tried to stress is that due to limitations... Read more »

HCW exposure (OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE, PEP)

Dear Dr., Quick question: A HCW had a needlestick injury involving a pt of known HIV/HepC status and was then treated with Combivir/Tenofovir for 4 weeks for this exposure. She has had an 8wk ELISA (neg) (4wks after completion of PEP), and a 9wk...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hello RT,This is one of the reasons I feel strongly that anyone who has sustained an HIV exposure significant enough to warrant a course of PEP should be followed by an HIV specialist. HIV specialists are best trained to evaluate and document a... Read more »

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Hiv exposure question.. help please

Posted by uncleargyle, 1 Reply

hello. Here's my problem. I work with a person who has hiv. We were gift wrapping with a little sewing scissors.. Well, he cut himself on it (just a little prick..that's what she said.. anyway) and then about two hours later I cut myself on the same... Read more »

definite exposure symptoms but negative how?

Posted by jason22, 2 Replies

I have a question that I could not find addressed anywhere online. I know that the window period for HIV testing is stated as being anywhere from 6 weeks to 6 months, with many places saying 3 months.

What I do not understand is, what kind of... Read more »

Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) - Help

Posted by MF2010

Hi all,

I've been exposed to HIV in the beginning of this month.
My condom completely broke and i had sex for a couple of minutes completely exposed. I suspect my partner was HIV infected.

Went straight to the hospital and started Post-Exposure... Read more »

possible exposure...

Posted by AIDS2HIV

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Re: Risk?
#211226 - 10/10/06 11:47 AM Reply Quote

OH gosh, I'm miserable? Nope. Sorry.

It's just that you're much too easy a target not to pick on. so I will go with compassionless. People like you just... Read more »

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