How Long Do I Wait To Get Tested After Blood In Food

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How long should i wait (WHEN TO START TREATMENT)

I have a CD4 count of 485 and a VL of 45 000. How long will it be before i should consider meds? I live a fairly active lifestyle including regular workouts and i have recently given up alcohol and smoking. ...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hello,This topic comes up very frequently. (See below.)Dr. BobMorons!May 22, 2007 I'm just furious about those morons who are proven HIV negative with a proper test and are still worried and sending questions to take up more of your time!! they... Read more »

How long can I wait to start HIV Meds?

I am a 45 year old male runner in good shape. I tested positive for HIV about 10 months ago. My... Read more »

Response from Benjamin Young, M.D., Ph.D. »

How long to wait?

If I am concerned I may have come in contact with and STI or STD, how long should I wait to get... Read more »

Response from Ryan M. Kull, C.S.W »

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Did I wait too long to test?

Posted by Anonymous, 2 Replies

I was hoping someone could answer my question. I recently found out that my first girlfreind who told me she was a virgin actually cheated on me early in our relationship by having unprotected sex with another guy. We began dating 5 1/2 years ago... Read more »

How long do I have to wait?

Posted by Anonymous, 1 Reply

Does anyone out there know how long it takes to get back lab results? I took a blood test, including hiv test, with a private doctor more than 2 weeks ago (18 days to be exact)and I still have not received any word. The doctor said he would call if... Read more »

The long wait....

Posted by Anonymous, 2 Replies

I just had my HIV test today and broke down while the poor nurse was drawing my blood. I am beyond stressed and this point and I know i am jumping the gun but just can;t help it!

How did you guys get through the week long wait for the results? I am... Read more »

Just Got Tested...Now the wait from hell :(

Posted by Anonymous, 4 Replies

Well, unlike a lot of the stories/worries I've seen on here. My fears are in regards to the long-term signs/symptoms of HIV. In 94/95 I was with a women (my fianc) at the time that I would now consider to be "high risk" She cheated on me (I did... Read more »

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