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Fear of hiv
I have unprotected sex with a women who had sex with many people 3 years ago I have got tested my self for hiv 3 times and all three times my test came normal but after that also I have so much fear that I will get hiv positive please help
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Dear Friend,
I understand that STDs are an anxiety provoking condition, and the fear of contracting it is natural. However, as you mentioned, I am seeing an exaggerated sense of fear despite negative medical reports. This could be Health Anxiety. We can help you cope with this with the help of therapy. Feel free to connect.
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Consult with a psychotherapist and begin working on the maladaptive fear.
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Meanwhile, you may remind yourself about your good health in the present, and caution of taking precautions before engaging in sexual intercourse. Daily practice of relaxation exercises such as deep breathing may also help.
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Dr. Bilal Ahmad Bhat
Psychiatrist
14 yrs exp
Srinagar
When was your last contact,? How much time after sexual contact you got yourself tested?
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Consult a Psychiatrist for your irrational worries
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you can contact me on practo online
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Dr. Shabir Ahmad Dar
Neuropsychiatrist
13 yrs exp
Srinagar
This seems illness anxiety
After how much time have u tested urself after exposure
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reach me via practo
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