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I Was Diagnosed HIV Positive 5 Months Ago And I've Only Seen My Doctor Once. Is This Typical?
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When I found my results online at my patient portal the results had been there for days and my primary care Dr had not tried to contact me once. When I tried to contact her she didn't return my calls and refused to see me saying that I needed to see a infectious disease Dr. It took almost 2 months to get an appointment but finally I was seen by a infectious disease Dr but I've only had my count checked once is this the "norm"?

posted December 11, 2022
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A myHIVteam Member

Ever 6 Months Is Good...

posted December 19, 2022
A myHIVteam Member

No that is not in the norm.

posted December 13, 2022
A myHIVteam Member

I see my doctor every 6 months

posted December 19, 2022
A myHIVteam Member

My doctor called ask asked me to come in and talk about my test results. I said no, tell me over the phone. She had the Community Health Center call me right away and make appointment. Once I had appointment I went on meds right away. From there it has been every six months.

posted December 12, 2022
A myHIVteam Member

F- No. You have to at least know where you are on the spectrum. You could be walking around here with advanced HIV and need meds. Try to find an outreach center that is willing to link you with care and resources.

posted December 12, 2022

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