Question
Am I having HIV symptoms?
2 April 2008. Related: All topics, HIV testing, HIV transmission.
I am 25 years old and I had unsafe sex at the end of last year and again in February this year with two different partners. During the most recent encounter I came to my senses and no penetration took place. Can I still catch HIV? I am experiencing muscle and joint pain and headaches. Are these symptoms of HIV?
Answer
Thank you for your questions. It is difficult to make clear conclusions from your description of events. But we have answered similar questions to yours many times in the past. Please look through our responses on catching HIV.
The symptoms that you describe could be for any ailment including stress. The best way to clear up any doubts you may have is by getting an HIV test.