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Within two to four weeks after exposure to HIV, a person might have flu-like symptoms. In rare instances they may occur within a few days after the exposure has taken place. These symptoms usually go away after a week or two. Often, if they occur at all, they're so mild they're hardly noticeable, although for some people they are severe enough to warrant calling a doctor. It's important to keep in mind these symptoms are almost identical to those of many other illnesses. That's why testing is so important.
An untreated case of HIV that developed into AIDS can become symptomatic as late as 10 years after exposure.
If all your sexual contacts were protected, HIV/AIDS is probably not what you are looking at. Flu like symptoms and gynecological problems can be caused by any number of women's health problems.
I hope your tests came back negative and what is wrong is found quickly.
Again, Welcome to HIV/AIDS aka Living with HIV/AIDS, foxfall!
