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Does Heat Affect You?

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Geneva, IL

With this summer season being the hottest on record and more to come,... does your body and overall health become affected by the heat?

August 20, 2023
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A myHIVteam Member

Yes heat makes me very cranky as it draws all my energy down quickly. I try to only go out late night early am. It also dehydrates my body so l have to drink more water.

August 21, 2023
A myHIVteam Member

Absolutely! It rapidly drains my energy!

August 21, 2023
A myHIVteam Member

A cool shower before bed can make for better sleep when it's hot. 💦🤠

August 21, 2023
A myHIVteam Member

I'm extremely heat sensitive. Whether a hot shower or heat from the sun. Since HIV or the meds. I sweat profusely. I tend to stay away from the heat. Unless I'm going for that sweaty sexy look.

August 21, 2023
A myHIVteam Member

Whew, girrrrrl! As I get older, the heat does me in
And IF humidity, too, I'll be sweating puddles. I've always had a bit higher body temp since a kid. The ONLY way I'll cool off if overheated is drinking ice water.

August 23, 2023

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