Suggest Treatment For Severe Abdominal Cramps

Posted on Fri, 30 Dec 2016

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Question : 25 days ago I had anal sex with another man. I topped him and, for the first time ever, I didn't wear a condom. Penetration only lasted for 3-4 minutes. 5 days later I had severe diahorrea for 36 hours with stomach cramps but no other symptoms. 10 days after sex I developed a phlemy cough which I still have. I have had no other symptoms. I intend to have a test but know that I'll have to wait a few more weeks. Are the symptoms I am describing ARS?

Answered by Dr. Sunil Jangid (-5 hours later)

Brief Answer:
It is not ARS.

Detailed Answer:
Dear XXXX,

Welcome to HCM.

The symptoms you had mentioned are non specific for ARS so don't get feared or worried. The best way to relieve your anxiety is to get tested so wait for 2 weeks then go for 4th generation HIV Duos test to get reliable result. Be relaxed, forget about the episode and move ahead as the possibility of getting infection is less.

Thank You

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