I'm really concerned about something that happened a year ago. I had an encounter with a prostitute, and during sex, the condom ripped. Although I didn't fully penetrate her, my penis did come into contact with her vagina. She assured me there was no risk, but I'm still worried. I'm not sure if she had HIV, and if there's a chance I might have contracted it. Should I consider getting an HIV test?

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Dr Ranjith Darla

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Considering the potential exposure to HIV, it is advisable to get tested for HIV. You can take a combination of antiretroviral drugs such as Truvada (emtricitabinetenofovir) as post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) within 72 hours of the exposure to reduce the risk of HIV transmission. It is also recommended to get tested for HIV using a fourth-generation HIV test, which can detect both HIV antibodies and antigens. Follow up with your healthcare provider for further evaluation and management.

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