When Do ARS Symtoms Occur

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many ARS symtoms 2nd time asking PLEASE HELP

dr. BOB I had protected vaginal sex with a high risk partner. I got tested before and did not have HIV before this encounter. About 4 or 5 weeks later i started having headache and nausea. MOstly after eating but also in between and just in...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hello,If your risk was "protected vaginal sex" and a latex condom was used properly, then you really didnt have a significant risk at all. "Protected" means "protected!"1.No, ARS symptoms usually occur... Read more »

Possible ARS Symtoms? (POPPERS, 2010)

First of all, thank you so much for your time. Let me start my story by saying that currently... Read more »

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Hello Dr. Bob,I had and exposure and was put on Truvada and Isenress 96 hours after exposure for 2... Read more »

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Can ARS Symtoms start within a couple of day

Posted by Anonymous, 3 Replies

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ARS symtoms

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I had the flu in late January. About 2 weeks ago I had a high risk exposure with a female. I started having flu-like symptoms that lasted 3 days. What is the possibility of having the flu twice in less than 2 months or could this be symptoms of... Read more »

how long do ars symtoms last

Posted by Anonymous, 1 Reply

It is now week 10 sence I received oral from gay guy and I have had swollen glands and fatigue since week three. At week eight I got a rash on my chest and sores in my nose now I am loosing muscle and wieght. I also had one night sweat at week... Read more »

ARS symtoms at 6 wks and testing...please reply

Posted by jim012, 1 Reply

Back in mid october 2001, I made a mistake to having unprotected vaginal intercourse with a female of unknow status. At 42 days postexposure, I experienced low grade fever, malaise, muscle ache, productive cough, sinus congestiong with purulent... Read more »

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