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Hi Guys
A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭

Hi guys,
Anyone here if anyone know that HIV like us can apply for SSA benefit? since my health going down and i dont work and may not work for few month ?

A myHIVteam Member

In a sense, i lucked out in that i was 67 when i was diagnosed and Medicare (so far anyway) and my Part D plan has been super. I am retired and my retirement is split 50-50 with my ex so I qualify for… read more

Landscaping Bill
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Not exactly an HIV related question, but there is a great deal of wisdom and life experience here, so I will give it a shot.

I had some work done on my property. The mesquite trees here get laden with mistletoe. It's a parasite that spreads tree to tree, and will ultimately kill the tree.

I needed 35 trees cut, which meant cut off sections of the tree with mistletoe. No attempt made to make the tree even, just cut it out.

It took 3 guys 5 hours. I thought they did a bang up job. They… read more

A myHIVteam Member

I’m sorry to hear what happened @A myHIVteam Member but love the way you accept it in good grace and move forward. Id certainly be asking them to have another look and, in the interests of fairness… read more

Would You Participate In A Clinical Trial?
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With many antivirals and treatments coming up the pipeline , inevitably there will be treatments and trials here in the United States and abroad regarding the treatment and cure of HIV and other diseases like cancer.
Would you consider volunteering your body for research in treatments of these diseases?

A myHIVteam Member

In the 80's when I was infected' there was only AZT " Toxic! And 3TC' than Aganerase a Nucleotide Inhibitor " 9 pills a day! I chose to enter Grids drug studies" Stigma HIV was call Gay Retro I immune… read more

Relief?
A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭

Did anyone ever experience relief when they found out they were positive? Some folks have share in support groups that they were relieved to find out they were positive because they were always worried about it. Is this a unique feeling, or are they wrong for feeling the way they do?

Asking for some friends....

A myHIVteam Member

People can surprise you with kindness if you give them the chance ❤️ (or,... not). I think we have all experienced both.

What To Do About Peripheral Neuropathy?
A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭

About a week and a half ago, I was diagnosed with diabetes, which is something I'm still trying to wrap my head around. In the meantime, I've been dealing with swelling in my feet, my left swells more than my right. The main thing for me is the neuropathy. I've been dealing with that for about a year in my feet and fingers, but it's gotten worse over the past few months. The neuropathy is pretty much constant and there are times when it's actually painful. I don't know if it's from HIV or… read more

A myHIVteam Member

Neuropathy began for me in 2014, 14 years after I was diagnosed. After multiple test for blood flow in my lower legs, my doctor was puzzled until I asked her if medication could be the culprit. Yep… read more

Have You Decided That Sex Is Not For You?
A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭

A lot of The Times when we seroconvert , things come into play that prevent us from having sex or enjoying the gratifications of human stimulation.
Has this happened to you?

A myHIVteam Member

@A myHIVteam Member. 🎶"Here comes my girl..."🎶 🐿️♥️🤠

https://youtu.be/pDEEs0OXGR0?si=6VmpAHPl4oTNlaZo

If You Finally Met The Person Who Infected You. What Would You Do? 🤔
A myHIVteam Member asked a question 💭

Comment in a good way.

A myHIVteam Member

I’m 16 years down from the time I tested positive. And to be honest I don’t think the person who infected me was aware themselves. My only wish is that they found out and seek treatment. If would come… read more

Is Health Insurance For People With HIV A Concern For You?
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For those with HIV and in the LGBT community... have the current HIV policies in your State or Country...cause you anxiety and concern about your future? What are your concerns about the healthcare system in relation to your health insurance and medications?

A myHIVteam Member

@A myHIVteam Member all kinds of life insurance for people with hiv. Check here: https://www.google.com/search?q=life+insurance+...

What Do You Do On Rainy/snow Days?
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I actually have a whole box full of stuff to craft but I’m sitting here with brain farts. Nothing’s coming to me so I decided to jump on here and see what everybody else does. . Feel free to answer guys.

A myHIVteam Member

@A myHIVteam Member we might need a phone conversation....

Due To The Limit Of Excercises I Can't Do To Strenghten My Hips, Knees And Back, Does Anyone Have Any Ideas What Excercises I Should Try?
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A myHIVteam Member

I have the same issues you have but I have big issues with my leg always in pain. I go to YouTube and get some ideá on. Exercise in bed. Very helpful. You should try it. Hope it works for you.