Hi everyone,

I see a lot of posts on here and appreciate the support that everyone gives each other. I was an idiot about 8 months ago and cheated on my gf of 1 1/2 several times....one time was oral from a prostitute (who i didnt realize was one until she asked me for cash afterwards....messed up i know, think how i felt....) anyways, i have always used protection when having vaginal sex, but not oral....I am scared I may have caught something... I have recently got a partial rash on my chest that I am concerned about....I hope everyone is well and that the results are positive, thanks again for listening
john

Oral is very low risk (practically no risk) and if you've always been careful during sexual intercourse, I don't really think you have anything at all to worry about!

Don't focus on the possible symptoms of HIV, because they're so vague that they can actually be symptoms of pretty much any illness imaginable. Not only that, when you're stressed and convinced you may have it, you can start to exhibit symptoms just through the anxiety you're experiencing. Your psychological state can have a huge effect on your physical state. The rash could be shingles or something else stress related, so don't put too much focus on that.

If you're concerned about the rash on your chest, go and see a GP, and if you're still concerned about HIV, go and get tested to put your mind at rest because a doubt like that won't just vanish once it's in your mind.

Try not to work yourself up too much over it, I doubt you have anything to worry about!

Take care and try to smile!

x