WHAT IF THE CONDOM BREAKS DURING SEX?
If the condom breaks during sex, the penis should be removed immediately and washed. A new condom should be used if you decide to resume sex. I AM PREGNANT AND HIV POSITIVE. WILL MY BABY BE BORN WITH HIV? HIV can be passed on to an unborn child either in the womb or during birth as the baby passes through the birth canal. HIV can also be transmitted through the mothers breast milk. However, there is treatment available that can reduce the childs risk of getting HIV. All pregnant women should request an HIV test from their doctor. WHERE CAN I GET AN HIV TEST? You can get an HIV test at any private doctors office, health center or hospital. HOW SOON WILL I GET THE RESULTS? You will get your results in 1-6 weeks. WHEN I DO AN HIV TEST, ARE MY RESULTS AVAILABLE TO ANYONE WHO WANTS TO KNOW? No. Anyone who does an HIV test has the right to confidentiality.
