... “I’m always nervous at the doctor.”Another member responded, “I’m always nervous at the doctor’s office too … especially if I’m getting my viral load numbers. I’m sure, like me, the worrying is for naught.”Members Make the Community StrongerSince myHIVteam launched in 2016, we have grown to become more than 40,000 members strong. ...
Billy Porter on Navigating His HIV Diagnosis
... “I’m always nervous at the doctor.”Another member responded, “I’m always nervous at the doctor’s office too … especially if I’m getting my viral load numbers. I’m sure, like me, the worrying is for naught.”Members Make the Community StrongerSince myHIVteam launched in 2016, we have grown to become more than 40,000 members strong. ...
... Up to this point, I always thought I was a good person hanging around bad people. It was then that I realized I was like them. Guilt about my reaction to my friend's death was and has been my reason to stay clean. I know on drugs I am a totally different person. Towards the end, I started feeling like I was better than all this. ...
Member Spotlight: There Is Life With HIV, and I Am Proof
... Up to this point, I always thought I was a good person hanging around bad people. It was then that I realized I was like them. Guilt about my reaction to my friend's death was and has been my reason to stay clean. I know on drugs I am a totally different person. Towards the end, I started feeling like I was better than all this. ...
... Here are recent conversations from myHIVteam: "Things don't always work out the way I intend them to, but I'm learning to pivot. Not always happy when I have to do so, but I'm learning to be more flexible." "Forgive because we, too, need forgiveness. Be patient with yourself and others without allowing yourself to be taken advantage of." ...
Patience: Accepting That Control Requires Self-Care
... Here are recent conversations from myHIVteam: "Things don't always work out the way I intend them to, but I'm learning to pivot. Not always happy when I have to do so, but I'm learning to be more flexible." "Forgive because we, too, need forgiveness. Be patient with yourself and others without allowing yourself to be taken advantage of." ...
... This is not an option that you should try before you’ve exhausted everything else, but it may be on the table if you are unable to lose weight and your overall health is at risk.As always, talk to your doctor before starting any new therapy, medication, or lifestyle change to manage weight gain with HIV. ...
4 Causes of Weight Gain With HIV
... This is not an option that you should try before you’ve exhausted everything else, but it may be on the table if you are unable to lose weight and your overall health is at risk.As always, talk to your doctor before starting any new therapy, medication, or lifestyle change to manage weight gain with HIV. ...
... Take Your HIV Medication Make sure you always take your HIV medication on time. Treatment of HIV is vital to preventing oral issues. According to the University of Illinois Chicago College of Dentistry, advancements in antiretroviral therapy (ART) for HIV have improved oral problems associated with the condition. ...
8 Tips for Preventing HIV Gum, Teeth, and Oral Problems
... Take Your HIV Medication Make sure you always take your HIV medication on time. Treatment of HIV is vital to preventing oral issues. According to the University of Illinois Chicago College of Dentistry, advancements in antiretroviral therapy (ART) for HIV have improved oral problems associated with the condition. ...
... He had been tested within the previous six months and had also tested negative, while assuring me he always used protection. In the subsequent few months, there were several times we didn’t use protection (I know it takes two to tango). ...
An HIV Diagnosis — and Journey to Acceptance
... He had been tested within the previous six months and had also tested negative, while assuring me he always used protection. In the subsequent few months, there were several times we didn’t use protection (I know it takes two to tango). ...
... As always, your responses are anonymous. The information you share will help us understand how to better serve myHIVteam members and readers in the future. ...
Mpox Survey for the myHIVteam Community
... As always, your responses are anonymous. The information you share will help us understand how to better serve myHIVteam members and readers in the future. ...
... It’s always contagious, so getting tested and taking precautions is a must to completely avoid passing the disease to others.How Are Herpes and HIV Diagnosed?A healthcare provider may diagnose herpes by examining any sores on your skin. They might also take a sample from a sore to send to a lab. ...
Herpes vs. HIV: What’s the Difference Between Them?
... It’s always contagious, so getting tested and taking precautions is a must to completely avoid passing the disease to others.How Are Herpes and HIV Diagnosed?A healthcare provider may diagnose herpes by examining any sores on your skin. They might also take a sample from a sore to send to a lab. ...
... I am forcing myself to take some me-time. sometimes I feel compelled to always be doing something. I have got to keep a vigilant watch on my health, as well as my spirit.""Today was a great day, had a few errands to run, pampered myself a little."Have you successfully set boundaries that help you manage HIV? ...
How Good Boundaries Make Life With HIV Easier
... I am forcing myself to take some me-time. sometimes I feel compelled to always be doing something. I have got to keep a vigilant watch on my health, as well as my spirit.""Today was a great day, had a few errands to run, pampered myself a little."Have you successfully set boundaries that help you manage HIV? ...
... Always talk to your doctor or pharmacist about any specific questions you have.Short Trips For trips lasting a few days, it may be simpler to keep taking your medication according to your home time zone. ...
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