Question

Is my HIV negative partner at risk?

12 July 2022. Related: All topics, CD4 and viral load, HIV transmission, Sero different couples.

I’m HIV positive and my partner is negative. We have been engaging in unprotected sex for some months. I was diagnosed with retrograde ejaculation previously and have appointment with urologist next month.

Is she at risk of infection? She was told to retest after 3 months.

Answer

Answer: Josh Peasegood

Hi, how are you doing?

How low is your viral load? If it is below 200/undetectable there is no chance of this. This is because you would be unable to pass on HIV to your boyfriend. This is explained by U=U.

If you have a greater viral load than this, retrograde ejaculation means you are having a dry orgasm. This can reduce risk of transmission.

Josh.