Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Feeling tensed after intimate
Hi doctors I feeling very tensed after having intimate with unknown girl with protection ,in massage time, yesterday, and now I feeling knee pain what check I need to do blood test or what kindly suggest me
Answers (8)
Get your queries answered instantly with Care AI FREE
20000+ health queries resolved in last month
Knee pain the day after sex is not a symptom of HIV or most sexually transmitted infections (STIs). HIV does not cause symptoms within one day of exposure. Your knee pain is much more likely to be unrelated (for example, muscle strain, posture, exercise, or anxiety).
If the condom remained intact throughout intercourse, the risk of HIV is extremely low.
Do you need blood tests now?
No. Testing the day after exposure will not detect a new HIV infection.
If the condom was used correctly from start to finish and did not fail:
No immediate HIV blood test is needed because of this exposure alone.
If there was a condom break, slip, or direct unprotected vaginal/anal sex, then you should seek medical care as soon as possible to discuss post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP), which is most effective if started within 72 hours of the exposure.
Next Steps
For a comprehensive evaluation and personalized treatment plan, you may connect with us at 9 3 1 5 6 6 1 5 6 5. We will assess your condition thoroughly and recommend the most appropriate long-term management.
Health Tips
Continue using condoms consistently for every sexual encounter. They are highly effective at reducing the risk of HIV and many other STIs when used correctly. Thank you
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced sexologist online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
+186
Consult for prescription and guidance..
To clear ur doubt..
To be safe and sure
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
The issue needs to be investigated in detail basis which we’ll be in a better position to guide and assist you further.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
●𝗬𝗲𝘀 𝗶𝘁 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗹𝘆 𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵𝘆 𝗧𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 .
●𝗩𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗺𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗰
●𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗺𝘆 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗳.
●𝗪𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁.
●𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁 𝗺𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗪𝗮𝗿𝗺 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Knee pain the next day is not a typical symptom of an STD. If the condom was used correctly throughout intercourse, the risk is very low. No immediate blood tests are needed—consult if you develop symptoms such as genital ulcers, discharge, fever, or persistent pain.
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Jyoti Sharma
Sexologist
12 yrs exp
Rajkot
Wait some times then go for test more detail is required so consult online
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Mrinal Gautam
Psychiatrist
3 yrs exp
Kolhapur
First, please take a deep breath and be reassured: knee pain occurring just one day after protected intimacy is physically and medically impossible to be a sign of a Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI).
Pathogens do not cause system-wide joint infections or symptoms within 24 hours of exposure. What you are experiencing is a combination of two very common, benign factors:
Acute Post-Coital Guilt and Guilt-Induced Health Anxiety: Feeling tense or guilty after intimacy with an unknown partner triggers an intense "fight-or-flight" stress response. High anxiety causes hyper-vigilance, making your brain misinterpret normal bodily sensations (like minor joint ache) as signs of serious illness.
Mechanical Muscle / Joint Strain: Unusual posture, awkward positioning, or prolonged muscle tension during a massage or intimate act can cause minor leg, tendon, or knee strain that manifests the following day.
Furthermore, using a condom correctly provides near-complete protection against major blood-borne and fluid-transmitted infections like HIV, Hepatitis B, and Chlamydia.
Next Steps
Reassure Yourself and Rest: Allow your body and mind to relax. Practice deep breathing to calm your nervous system, as intense anxiety often amplifies mild physical discomfort.
Routine STI Screening Window (For Peace of Mind): While testing today (24 hours post-encounter) is medically useless because window periods have not been met, you can consult a General Physician or Venereologist for routine reassurance testing at appropriate intervals:
HIV 4th Gen Ag/Ab Combo Test: Recommended at 4 weeks (28 days) post-exposure for accurate results.
Syphilis (VDRL/RPR) & Hepatitis B (HBsAg): Recommended at 4 to 6 weeks.
Consult a Doctor if Physical Knee Pain Persists: If the knee pain is accompanied by swelling, visible redness, warmth, or difficulty walking, visit a physician or orthopedist to evaluate for local ligament/tendon strain or mechanical injury.
Health Tips
Do not rush to take STI blood tests today. Testing too early during the biological "window period" will produce a false-negative result, which may fail to relieve your anxiety and lead to unnecessary repeated testing.
Avoid Checking and Searching Symptoms Online: Excessive Googling of minor physical symptoms right after an intimate encounter escalates catastrophic thinking and fuels health-anxiety cycles.
Use Local Measures for Joint Discomfort: Apply a warm compress or ice pack to the knee for 15 minutes if there is muscle stiffness, and give your leg adequate rest.
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Moin Ahmad Siddiqui
Trichologist
7 yrs exp
Lucknow
Test for STDS and hiv
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.