Question 1

acute hiv rash lasts for how long?

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A few weeks: Not all patients have acute HIV symptoms. Acute infection symptoms usually last a few weeks. See this site for more info.
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/hiv-aids/ds00005/dsection=symptoms.

Question 2

how long does acute hiv rash last?

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HIV: Acute HIV rashes may last up to 6 weeks, but again this is highly variable from individual to individual.

Question 3

what does acute hiv rash look like?

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HIV : Usually maculopapular like measles, but can be hives, or almost any other form.  If you think you may have HIV disease please go and be tested asap.

Question 4

how long the acute hiv rash remains ?

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Varies: There is no simple answer to this question.  Every person with acute HIV infection may show a different clinical course.

Question 5

how long can a recurring acute hiv rash last?

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HIV rash: You need to see your doctor to determine if indeed this is an HIV rash and not related to some other concomittant infection, get the proper diagnosis first.

Question 6

what does rash from acute hiv look and feel like?

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It varies : Any type of rash could occur in HIV, depending on the etiology and the level of immunodeficiency. Best way to diagnose HIV is through blood test or oral swab

Question 7

please tell me what an acute hiv rash looks like?

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See picture: An acute HIV rash is often described as a generalized rash that typically occurs 48 to 72 hours after the onset of fever and persists for five to eight days. The upper thorax, collar region, and face are most affected with well-circumscribed, red colored macules or maculopapules.  See picture for an example.

Question 8

sir, please tell me how is acute hiv rash look like ?

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Many: There are many types. See a dermatologist for evaluation. A dermatologist can do a biopsy and blood test to evaluate the rash.

Question 9

does acute hiv-ars have coming and going type of itchy rash for a week?

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No: This doesn't sound at all like the rash of ARS. HIV/ARS rash typically is red spots, mostly on the trunk, arms and legs; doesn't itch; and never occurs alone -- only with other symptoms of ARS like fever, sore throat, inflamed lymph nodes, etc.

Question 10

is folliculitis an early sign of acute hiv infection ?if so, please please show me a picutre. i have many rash and folliculitis .

Accepted Answer

Many rashes: Can be a presentation of HIV but most of the time they don't equal hiv.   If you are concerned, just get the test.

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