... I can't control everything in my life. Trying to is exhausting!!" - member of myHIVteam When first faced with an HIV diagnosis, a common fear is a lack of control over our health. How could our bodies betray us? How do we grab the reins back and fix the situation? Living with HIV forces us to recognize what we can and cannot control. ...
The Power of Letting Go of What You Can't Control
... I can't control everything in my life. Trying to is exhausting!!" - member of myHIVteam When first faced with an HIV diagnosis, a common fear is a lack of control over our health. How could our bodies betray us? How do we grab the reins back and fix the situation? Living with HIV forces us to recognize what we can and cannot control. ...
... Set Yourself Up for a Good Night’s SleepGetting plenty of quality sleep is also important for staving off chronic fatigue. ...
... Disclosing your status will allow your partner to decide if they want to try PrEP, determine when to start it, and ensure it’s used properly.But even if your HIV is undetectable or you’re on ART and you can’t transmit HIV through sex, disclosure is still important. ...
Tips for Disclosing Your HIV Status to Others
... Disclosing your status will allow your partner to decide if they want to try PrEP, determine when to start it, and ensure it’s used properly.But even if your HIV is undetectable or you’re on ART and you can’t transmit HIV through sex, disclosure is still important. ...
... Share your experience in the comments below, or start a conversation by posting on your Activities page. ...
... Have you used "I" statements to set boundaries? How did it feel?Share your stories about direct communication in the comments below or on myHIVteam. ...
... Share your experience in the comments below, or start a conversation by posting on your Activities page. ...
... The best way to prevent this type of oral cancer is to start and continue effective ART. 4. GingivitisGingivitis (gum disease) is a bacterial infection in the mouth that can lead to redness and swelling of the gums, a receding gum line, bad breath, and bleeding while flossing or brushing your teeth. ...
6 Dental and Oral Problems With HIV
... The best way to prevent this type of oral cancer is to start and continue effective ART. 4. GingivitisGingivitis (gum disease) is a bacterial infection in the mouth that can lead to redness and swelling of the gums, a receding gum line, bad breath, and bleeding while flossing or brushing your teeth. ...
... Others experience flu-like symptoms such as: Swollen lymph nodes Headache Sore throat Fever Rash Muscle and joint aches Upset stomach Mouth sores These symptoms may start between two and eight weeks after infection and may last for a week or two.There’s a short period of time right after someone is infected with HIV, called the window period, during ...
HIV Stages and Symptoms
... Others experience flu-like symptoms such as: Swollen lymph nodes Headache Sore throat Fever Rash Muscle and joint aches Upset stomach Mouth sores These symptoms may start between two and eight weeks after infection and may last for a week or two.There’s a short period of time right after someone is infected with HIV, called the window period, during ...
If you’re living with HIV, having emotional support as you navigate your healthcare can be a game...
... Lipodystrophy occurs when fat deposits around the body start to build up in different places. Most frequently, a person’s face may begin to look hollow while their belly grows. This is because lipodystrophy causes a certain type of fat, known as visceral fat, to develop on and around the organs in the abdomen. ...
4 Causes of Weight Gain With HIV
... Lipodystrophy occurs when fat deposits around the body start to build up in different places. Most frequently, a person’s face may begin to look hollow while their belly grows. This is because lipodystrophy causes a certain type of fat, known as visceral fat, to develop on and around the organs in the abdomen. ...
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