... The researchers noted that two factors increased the risk of melanonychia — having darker skin and using the antiretroviral treatment (ART) zidovudine, which can be used alone (Retrovir) or combined with lamivudine. ...
4 Ways HIV May Affect Your Nails
... The researchers noted that two factors increased the risk of melanonychia — having darker skin and using the antiretroviral treatment (ART) zidovudine, which can be used alone (Retrovir) or combined with lamivudine. ...
... Talk to your doctor about how frequently you need to be seen, which may vary depending on a number of factors.If you have an undetectable viral load for at least six consecutive months while taking ART consistently, you won’t transmit the virus during sex. ...
Can You Get HIV From Sharing a Drink? Myths vs. Facts
... Talk to your doctor about how frequently you need to be seen, which may vary depending on a number of factors.If you have an undetectable viral load for at least six consecutive months while taking ART consistently, you won’t transmit the virus during sex. ...
... These programs vary widely by location and may help with HIV treatment, medication, housing, or other essential services. ...
... Low risk — Zidovudine treatment for two weeks Medium risk — Zidovudine treatment for four to six weeks High risk — HIV therapy with three-drug treatment from birth for two to six weeks; if less than six weeks, continued use of zidovudine alone to complete six weeks of therapy Breastfeeding In the past, health experts did not recommend that an HIV-positive ...
HIV and Pregnancy: Preventing Transmission
... Low risk — Zidovudine treatment for two weeks Medium risk — Zidovudine treatment for four to six weeks High risk — HIV therapy with three-drug treatment from birth for two to six weeks; if less than six weeks, continued use of zidovudine alone to complete six weeks of therapy Breastfeeding In the past, health experts did not recommend that an HIV-positive ...
... However, some of this evidence is based on animal studies that may not translate to the same effects in humans, let alone those with HIV specifically. Until controlled clinical trials can show the benefits and safety of IF for people with HIV, it’s not clear if you can expect the same results. ...
Fasting and HIV: Can It Help?
... However, some of this evidence is based on animal studies that may not translate to the same effects in humans, let alone those with HIV specifically. Until controlled clinical trials can show the benefits and safety of IF for people with HIV, it’s not clear if you can expect the same results. ...
... These indicate that many people can drink up to 400 milligrams of caffeine every day without negative side effects, but this can vary depending on the person.People vary in their sensitivity to caffeine. Some medical conditions and certain medications can increase sensitivity to caffeine. ...
Caffeine and HIV: Should You Drink Coffee and Energy Drinks?
... These indicate that many people can drink up to 400 milligrams of caffeine every day without negative side effects, but this can vary depending on the person.People vary in their sensitivity to caffeine. Some medical conditions and certain medications can increase sensitivity to caffeine. ...
... 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. ...
... I was alone with HIV at the age of 32. Life isn’t all candy and roses; a lot of thorns have pricked me too. But I choose to look on the bright side of life. It is a choice.No one I know chose to have HIV. No one wants to be denied love, affection, or understanding. ...
HIV Member Spotlight: On the Bright Side
... I was alone with HIV at the age of 32. Life isn’t all candy and roses; a lot of thorns have pricked me too. But I choose to look on the bright side of life. It is a choice.No one I know chose to have HIV. No one wants to be denied love, affection, or understanding. ...
... Control might look like self-care: a walk around the block, getting up early for 15 minutes of alone time, spending time each week encouraging others who have HIV or starting a gratitude journal. Don't let anyone (including yourself!) make you feel guilty for taking care of yourself. ...
Patience: Accepting That Control Requires Self-Care
... Control might look like self-care: a walk around the block, getting up early for 15 minutes of alone time, spending time each week encouraging others who have HIV or starting a gratitude journal. Don't let anyone (including yourself!) make you feel guilty for taking care of yourself. ...
... I don’t want to live with this illness, let alone having to go through lifelong treatment for HIV.” That being said, getting to know others in my support group for those living with HIV brought me into focus. It was a springboard to know there is a great life ahead for me — and to live it. ...
An HIV Diagnosis — and Journey to Acceptance
... I don’t want to live with this illness, let alone having to go through lifelong treatment for HIV.” That being said, getting to know others in my support group for those living with HIV brought me into focus. It was a springboard to know there is a great life ahead for me — and to live it. ...
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