... Have you found ways to take back control and practice patience? What do you do to be more open to self-care? Share your insights in the comments below or directly on myHIVteam.com. ...
... For example, itchy skin caused by irritation or an overactive immune system can be treated with antihistamines (anti-allergy drugs) or steroid creams. Shingles can be treated with antiviral medications.Talk to your doctor any time you experience new or worsening skin changes, especially if you are concerned about HIV. ...
6 Signs You May Have an HIV-Related Rash: Images and Characteristics
... For example, itchy skin caused by irritation or an overactive immune system can be treated with antihistamines (anti-allergy drugs) or steroid creams. Shingles can be treated with antiviral medications.Talk to your doctor any time you experience new or worsening skin changes, especially if you are concerned about HIV. ...
... Remember, receiving a proper diagnosis is an important first step toward accessing the care and support you need. ...
... Take Care of Your Overall HealthLiving with HIV requires a holistic approach to health care. If you’re facing uncontrolled HIV or other health issues, it can be hard to advocate for yourself.There are many ways you can take care of your physical, mental, and emotional well-being. ...
... Healthcare Services as an Undocumented Immigrant: Practical Tips — Center for Human Rights and Constitutional Law Patient Assistance Programs and Co-Payment Assistance Programs: Resources for Accessing HIV Treatment — HIV.gov Patient Assistance Programs and Co-Payment Assistance Programs: Resources for Accessing HIV Treatment (FAQs) — HIV.gov Noncitizens ...
5 Programs To Assist Undocumented Immigrants Who Have HIV
... Healthcare Services as an Undocumented Immigrant: Practical Tips — Center for Human Rights and Constitutional Law Patient Assistance Programs and Co-Payment Assistance Programs: Resources for Accessing HIV Treatment — HIV.gov Patient Assistance Programs and Co-Payment Assistance Programs: Resources for Accessing HIV Treatment (FAQs) — HIV.gov Noncitizens ...
... The Application Process Can Be Time-Consuming Applying for disability benefits requires gathering a lot of paperwork and coordinating with your health care team. ...
... For the past couple of years, I have sent out positive messages to my friends and family every day — some 100 messages or more daily.How can we spread the news of positive living? I have no idea how many others may be spreading the news, but I’d like to be an optimist and think we can encourage everyone to live their lives to the fullest! ...
HIV Member Spotlight: On the Bright Side
... For the past couple of years, I have sent out positive messages to my friends and family every day — some 100 messages or more daily.How can we spread the news of positive living? I have no idea how many others may be spreading the news, but I’d like to be an optimist and think we can encourage everyone to live their lives to the fullest! ...
... Antiretroviral Therapy in Europe and North America: A Collaborative Analysis of Cohort Studies — The Lancet Defining Comorbidity: Implications for Understanding Health and Health Services — Annals of Family Medicine HIV Therapy, Metabolic Syndrome, and Cardiovascular Risk — Current Atherosclerosis Reports Excess Clinical Comorbidity Among HIV-Infected Patients Accessing ...
Aging With HIV: 5 Problems To Watch For
... Antiretroviral Therapy in Europe and North America: A Collaborative Analysis of Cohort Studies — The Lancet Defining Comorbidity: Implications for Understanding Health and Health Services — Annals of Family Medicine HIV Therapy, Metabolic Syndrome, and Cardiovascular Risk — Current Atherosclerosis Reports Excess Clinical Comorbidity Among HIV-Infected Patients Accessing ...
... Some may experience symptoms including: Fatigue Loose stools or diarrhea Weight loss Episodes of shingles Bouts of pneumonia If a person has a tuberculosis germ in their body and isn’t taking HIV medications, the germ may become active. ...
HIV Stages and Symptoms
... Some may experience symptoms including: Fatigue Loose stools or diarrhea Weight loss Episodes of shingles Bouts of pneumonia If a person has a tuberculosis germ in their body and isn’t taking HIV medications, the germ may become active. ...
... There’s a farmer’s market close to the office, so this past week's purchases were a cantaloupe, some basil, a couple of peaches. Time for grilled cantaloupe!An easy recipe starting with grilling the cantaloupe and cooking the peaches in a little apple cider vinegar (with a small bit of sugar). ...
What fruits and vegetables are in season?
... There’s a farmer’s market close to the office, so this past week's purchases were a cantaloupe, some basil, a couple of peaches. Time for grilled cantaloupe!An easy recipe starting with grilling the cantaloupe and cooking the peaches in a little apple cider vinegar (with a small bit of sugar). ...