Int J STD AIDS. 2003 Apr;14(4):285-6.

Internet sex-seeking leads to acute HIV infection: a report of two cases.

Tashima KT, Alt EN, Harwell JI, Fiebich-Perez DK, Flanigan TP.

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Department of Medicine, Brown University School of Medicine, Providence, RI, USA. ktashima@lifespan.org

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The use of the internet provides a rapid medium for identifying potential sexual partners and arranging in-person meetings that often result in sex. There is growing concern that the internet facilitates the transmission of sexually transmitted diseases and HIV. We report the first two cases of acute HIV infection after internet chat room encounters. Physicians should address the potential risks to sex seekers who use the internet. HIV prevention efforts that target internet sex seekers are needed.

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