I have just the opposite problem. I’m about 50 pounds overweight.
September 20
Over the 12 years or so that I've been taking Biktarvy, the only "side effect", if you can call it that, is that before I started taking it, I never hardly ever had dreams due to sleep apnea etcetera, after Biktarvy I've had dreams that I remember etcetera, and I'm enjoying it all the time!
September 19
Sadly, I have the opposite problem, I can’t lose weight. I’m become a fat fuck.
August 26
Weight changes while on antiretroviral therapy (ART) like Biktarvy can go both ways — some people gain weight, while others struggle to maintain or gain weight. It's more commonly discussed that ART can cause weight gain, but unintended weight loss is also a real concern for some people living with HIV.
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Weight changes while on antiretroviral therapy (ART) like Biktarvy can go both ways — some people gain weight, while others struggle to maintain or gain weight. It's more commonly discussed that ART can cause weight gain, but unintended weight loss is also a real concern for some people living with HIV.
A myHIVteam member shared, "I hate when people point out my weight loss. It does something to me mentally." — so you're definitely not alone in this experience. Here are some things worth considering:
- Talk to your doctor — unexplained or ongoing weight loss should always be flagged with your healthcare team, as it can affect your overall well-being
- Nutrition matters — working with a registered dietitian can help ensure you're getting the right nutrients and enough calories to support a healthy weight
- Treatment options — if Biktarvy seems to be contributing to weight loss, your doctor may explore whether a different ART regimen could work better for you
It's worth bringing this up at your next appointment and being specific — mention how much weight you've lost and over what period of time. That detail really helps your doctor figure out the best path forward.
August 25
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