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I had unprotected sex with unknown before 4 days, is it advisable to VDRL and HIV ELISA test now or any other tests or precautionary medicines to be taken For Ex: Prophylaxis (but it can be used within 72 hours but I already crossed the time) Please advise, am confused and am scared
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Prophylaxis should be started as earliest.
Tests for hiv can be administered after certain period like 2 to 3 weeks and that to pcr
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