I recently had a brief encounter with a sex worker and made sure to use a condom, but now Im really anxious about the risk of getting HIV. Ive been reading up a lot online, and to be honest, it's making me pretty scared and down. The thing is, the encounter was really short, like about 2 minutes, and I didnt feel much. While removing the condom, I think I mightve done it wrong by pulling it from the base up. When I checked afterward, my penis was dry and there wasnt any noticeable liquid on my hands. Im worriedcould I still be at risk for HIV?

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Dr Anshul Maheshwari

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The risk of HIV transmission in this scenario is low, especially since you used a condom. However, to further reduce the risk, you can consider taking Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) within 72 hours of the exposure. PEP involves taking a combination of antiretroviral drugs for 28 days. I recommend you consult a healthcare provider for a proper assessment and prescription of PEP.

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