I don’t know how to navigate this.

Posted by sillysquishmello @sillysquishmello, Oct 2, 2023

Im trying to figure out what’s safe for HIV and what’s not. I met a guy on an app who said he’s on prep and negative. I tested the waters by giving him a handjob for a short time. But later I realized that the hand I used is the same one I use to measure my blood sugar, and I had poked my finger a few hours earlier.

Safer sex info is so clear about some things but murky at the edges here. What counts as a “wound or break” in the skin? I don’t know how to navigate this anxiety.

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Colleen Young, Connect Director | @colleenyoung | Oct 5, 2023

@sillysquishmello, I can see where this situation could have you concerned. It may be worth a discussion with your doctor and to get tested. The CDC recommends "If you’re a sexually active gay or bisexual man, you may benefit from more frequent testing (every 3 to 6 months). "

You can read more about testing and transmission here: https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/basics/hiv-testing/getting-tested.html

But like you said, your exact situation is not discussed specifically. Best to ask a professional.

sillysquishmello | @sillysquishmello | Oct 5, 2023

Thank you. I’m waiting to get testing but it’s been too soon. The anxiety is overwhelming

Colleen Young, Connect Director | @colleenyoung | Oct 5, 2023

In reply to @sillysquishmello "Thank you. I’m waiting to get testing but it’s been too soon. The anxiety is overwhelming" + (show)

I can imagine. But, as you know worrying about things isn't going to change the results of test. Easy said than done to just banish the anxiety. I get it. Is there something that you do and enjoy doing that can keep you busy and your mind going down the "what if" path?

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