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Are you comfortable posting your pic online?

A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭
Geneva, IL

Due to various side effects of HIV and its medications,our appearance whether due to wasting, fat deposits or other issues like aging, takes a hit.
Are you comfortable posting your current picture online or on other dating apps?

May 19
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Members responded to a question about comfort with posting photos online while living with HIV, and the overall tone was one of pride,... Read more

Members responded to a question about comfort with posting photos online while living with HIV, and the overall tone was one of pride, resilience, and openness. Many community members shared that they post pictures freely across social media and dating apps, with several noting that aging has had more visible impact on their appearance than HIV itself, and one member celebrated losing 120 pounds. A recurring theme was the importance of fighting stigma, embracing authenticity, and finding joy and confidence in life regardless of physical changes.

A myHIVteam Member

I do not use the dating apps but I think it's important to put a face to a profile especially on a site like this one where others could be inspired by each other's stories and so forth. I also think it's about time we fight the stigma and make the world realize that we do exist.
HIV AND PROUD
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May 19
A myHIVteam Member

77, living with HIV and doing good. I am seeing effects of aging more than any one infection. I need to get out more though...

May 19
A myHIVteam Member

It certainly doesn’t bother me if people know I am Positive.

May 19
A myHIVteam Member

Just turned 50 in March. Healthy and post pics everywhere. If someone doesnt like the look, thst is on them. Lol.

May 28 (edited)
A myHIVteam Member

This was a few weeks ago but I love posting pictures of myself

May 21

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