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Should I Retest for HIV or Take PrEP After Syphilis Treatment?
I tested positive for syphillis and begative for HIV. I’ve treated syphillis a week ago. i would want to know if I should retest for HIV or take PRePs for HIV.
General Physician
Answered on 12th Mar '24
When you have already been treated for syphilis then take a retest for HIV after six weeks. But PrEP alone is not enough. You still have to be safe while engaging in sexual intercourse.
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