... Every day I must take medication to stay as healthy as possible. I never thought much about my health before being diagnosed, but HIV changed that. HIV used to mean knowing CD4 numbers and status. ...
Member Spotlight: HIV Is a New Way of Life
... Every day I must take medication to stay as healthy as possible. I never thought much about my health before being diagnosed, but HIV changed that. HIV used to mean knowing CD4 numbers and status. ...
... When a person without HIV comes into contact with these fluids, they may be exposed to the virus and could develop an infection.HIV most often spreads during unprotected sex, while sharing needles or other drug-related equipment, during pregnancy, or while breastfeeding. ...
HIV as a Retrovirus: Life Cycle and How It Infects a Cell
... When a person without HIV comes into contact with these fluids, they may be exposed to the virus and could develop an infection.HIV most often spreads during unprotected sex, while sharing needles or other drug-related equipment, during pregnancy, or while breastfeeding. ...
... I’d be on a court all day if possible!” Another said, “I’ve been exercising a little more to see if that helps with the weight gain.” If you’re underweight, your doctor might recommend adding weights and strength training to your routine so you build muscle mass and avoid future weight loss. 3. ...
HIV Weight Loss and Gain: 3 Ways To Maintain a Healthy Weight
... I’d be on a court all day if possible!” Another said, “I’ve been exercising a little more to see if that helps with the weight gain.” If you’re underweight, your doctor might recommend adding weights and strength training to your routine so you build muscle mass and avoid future weight loss. 3. ...
... That’s why you should always practice safe sex and consider testing more frequently if you have a higher risk factor.Other steps you may consider to prevent the spread of HIV include: Practicing abstinence (not having sex) Not sharing drug injection equipment Using condoms Taking PrEP Find Your TeamOn myHIVteam, the social network for people with HIV ...
What Does a Nonreactive HIV Test Mean? Understanding Your Results
... That’s why you should always practice safe sex and consider testing more frequently if you have a higher risk factor.Other steps you may consider to prevent the spread of HIV include: Practicing abstinence (not having sex) Not sharing drug injection equipment Using condoms Taking PrEP Find Your TeamOn myHIVteam, the social network for people with HIV ...
Receiving an HIV diagnosis can be jolting and upsetting because it labels us with a problem for w...
... Speak to your health care provider about ART side effects, and ask how scheduling your doses can help reduce their impact on your life.Follow Specific Drug Instructions Instructions vary from HIV drug to HIV drug. As one myHIVteam member pointed out, “Some medications you must take with food, and others should be taken without food. ...
HIV Treatment Goals: The Best Time To Take Your Pill
... Speak to your health care provider about ART side effects, and ask how scheduling your doses can help reduce their impact on your life.Follow Specific Drug Instructions Instructions vary from HIV drug to HIV drug. As one myHIVteam member pointed out, “Some medications you must take with food, and others should be taken without food. ...
... Instead, gently wash the area, and gently pat it dry with a paper towel.Keeping the area clean is essential, so wash and dry your tattoo carefully three times per day for the first week or two. ...
Getting a Tattoo With HIV: 6 Facts You Should Know
... Instead, gently wash the area, and gently pat it dry with a paper towel.Keeping the area clean is essential, so wash and dry your tattoo carefully three times per day for the first week or two. ...
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