Question 1

I've been exposed to HIV around 48 days ago and now I'm starting to notice some symptoms. I'm really concerned and am wondering what kind of test I can take at this point to confirm if it's HIV. Can you help guide me on this?

Accepted Answer

Hiv elisa test is advised to the patient.

Question 2

I've recently done a dengue test and the results showed NS1 weakly positive, but IgM and IgG are both negative. I'm a bit confused about what this means and what kind of treatment I should be looking at. Could you help me understand this better?

Accepted Answer

Concerns about a child's fever are natural.

_Current situation:_

1. _Age_: 1.5 years
2. _Fever_: 101.4F (38.6C)
3. _Medication_: Crocin (6ml) since yesterday night

_Next steps:_

1. _Consult a pediatrician_: Reach out to your child's pediatrician for guidance.
2. _Monitor temperature_: Continue tracking your child's temperature.
3. _Watch for other symptoms_: Look for signs of distress, such as difficulty breathing, vomiting, or diarrhea.
4. _Keep your child hydrated_: Offer plenty of fluids, like breast milk, formula, or electrolyte-rich beverages.

_When to seek immediate attention:_

1. _Fever above 104F (40C)_
2. _Difficulty breathing_
3. _Vomiting or diarrhea_
4. _Refusal to drink fluids_
5. _Seizures or convulsions_

Consult a pediatrician for personalized advice.

Question 3

I got my rabies shots around 8 months ago, but Im running late for the booster. A dog scratched my finger, but it's still healthy and living. Im worried about whether it's too late to get the rabies vaccine now. I read somewhere that as long as symptoms haven't started, it's not too late. Is that true? What should I do?

Accepted Answer

Yes there is no perticular time limit,better to get vaccinated as soon as possible

I'm currently undergoing treatment for TB lymph nodes, and I've been on the medication for about 10 months now. I've got about 2 months left to complete the course. I'm really anxious about whether it's okay to get the Covid vaccine while I'm still on my TB meds. Can you shed some light on this?

no its not safe

More Infectious Disease Health Queries

I've been exposed to HIV around 48 days ago and now I'm starting to notice some symptoms. I'm really concerned and am wondering what kind of test I can take at this point to confirm if it's HIV. Can you help guide me on this?

I've recently done a dengue test and the results showed NS1 weakly positive, but IgM and IgG are both negative. I'm a bit confused about what this means and what kind of treatment I should be looking at. Could you help me understand this better?

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