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I first want to thank everyone on this site for their quick responses. Years ago i was tested for hiv-1 with an oraquick rapid test and the test came back non-reactive. My incident of concern was with a man I really new nothing about. Do I need to be concerned about hiv-2?
Dear Lola:
Peace, great question. HIV-2 was/is more prevalent in West Africa and elsewhere, but as you don't know about him or his travels and contacts, you might as well be tested. As it is "years ago" a rapid test would surely react to antibodies at this point and provide you greater peace of mind.
Best to you and yours,
Terry
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Expertise
Help in assessing personal and professional risk of HIV transmission; tips in teaching about HIV/AIDS; cultural competency for teaching about HIV/AIDS in Catholic settings; considerations in US and overseas HIV/AIDS programs and education for health and other professionals. Specific questions about treatment should be referred to your health provider; opinions and information offered are not meant to replace medical advice
Experience
Seven years with academic medical center and national AIDS education and training center, seven subsequent years with focus on international HIV/AIDS in East and South Africa. Former clinician, bioethics preceptor at an academic medical center and presenter in wide range of fora including international AIDS conference.
Organizations
Disabled American Veterans
American Public Health Association
MENSA
AA
Publications
Human Variety, EC Sociological Society
Proceedings of the International AIDS Conference, Durban, South Africa
"HIV and Primary Care"
Education/Credentials
BS Psychology
MPH Master of Public Health
PhD studies underway
Awards and Honors
Naval School of Health Sciences, Hospital Corps with Highest Honors, Neuropsychiatry with Honors and High Distinction
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