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> The 0.4% is overwhelmingly concentrated in men who have sex with men. It's approximately an order of magnitude lower in women.

I added a note to interpret with caution because many factors can significantly affect this figure. Some states have an order of magnitude difference from others, potentially offsetting the MSM factor you mention [1].

> Based on your envelope math, I should have a >90% chance of having HIV

The envelope math was exposure not contraction. If you used or condom, or even just received oral, it's quite possible you didn't get HIV even if your partner did.

[1] Compare WY with GA - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HIV/AIDS_in_the_United_States#...



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