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Unexplained Bites On Legs. Can It Be A Sign Of STD?

Hi Doctor. I m 32 year old male. I have been tested twice for HIV & other STDs. Once for my first test and the second was the 3 month test. All came back negative. However I have started to see what looks like Mosquito or Ant Bites all over my legs. I am nervous that this is the start of an STD or HIV. How accurate is the 3 month test and should I get a 6 month test to go along with it?
Fri, 27 Jul 2012
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Hey there L carter. From all you say, you should be in the clear..Relax. I need a little more description as regards the rash. Assuming it is symptomatic...ie itchy, your guess that they are bites, in all probability, is correct. If however, the rash is asymptomatic, you may want to do the test that is at the 6mth interval or some other more 'specific' test...but you need to consult your local dermatologist. The tests nowadays are fairly accurate but false negatives or positives are always possible so they have to be read in conjunction with the clinical picture. Do see your dermatologist or venereologist. A topical steroid cream may be adequate in the interim. Regds & hope you feel better soon Dr Praveen Rodrigues MD Dermatologist & Venereologist
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Unexplained Bites On Legs. Can It Be A Sign Of STD?

Hey there L carter. From all you say, you should be in the clear..Relax. I need a little more description as regards the rash. Assuming it is symptomatic...ie itchy, your guess that they are bites, in all probability, is correct. If however, the rash is asymptomatic, you may want to do the test that is at the 6mth interval or some other more specific test...but you need to consult your local dermatologist. The tests nowadays are fairly accurate but false negatives or positives are always possible so they have to be read in conjunction with the clinical picture. Do see your dermatologist or venereologist. A topical steroid cream may be adequate in the interim. Regds & hope you feel better soon Dr Praveen Rodrigues MD Dermatologist & Venereologist