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When Did You Start Medicine?

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Grand Prairie, TX

I was recently diagnosed about 2 weeks ago. I got my levels tested and I believe I am at the undetectable level. I go into an HIV counselor in a few weeks. I would like to ask how quickly did others start taking medicine after being diagnosed? I would like to start medicine/treatment as soon as possible......

August 23, 2017
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A myHIVteam Member

It's now scientifically proven that starting meds right away is the best option regardless of where your numbers are. The Ryan White program can help you if you don't have insurance. Also, AIDS Healthfare foundation is very popular for providing free care, although they're normally in major cities.

September 3, 2017
A myHIVteam Member

I started meds as soon as they let me, but I had an aids diagnosis.

January 2, 2024
A myHIVteam Member

I was diagnosed in October 2020 and began Biktarvy within the next month. My CD4 went immediately from 276 into the 500s and went undetectable within a month. So far so good.

April 20, 2023
A myHIVteam Member

It has been 15days

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