Question 1

how do i know i am hiv positive ?

Accepted Answer

Test: You can have blood test for HIV to see if positive.

Question 2

my gf is hiv positive but mine is negetive ?

Accepted Answer

Condoms: and periodic HIV and STD testing is imperative. You sexual partner should be on anti-retroviral therapy and have a current viral load., approximately every 3-4 months.

Question 3

are hiv positive diagnoses usually difficult?

Accepted Answer

No: It's very easy to diagnose HIV infection.  The test is simple and highly accurate.

Question 4

what are symptoms for a hiv positive individual?

Accepted Answer

None: You cannot tell who is HIV positive. It's best to play it very, very safe nowadays, and drop the barrier protection only when you're in a long-term relationship with someone you truly know well -- and before that, get tested together just to be sure.

Question 5

how could hiv positive persons join the military?

Accepted Answer

It is disqualifying: "Presence of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) or serologic evidence of infection (042) is disqualifying. Positive Enzyme-Linked Immunoabsorbent Assay test(s) for HIV with ambiguous or inconclusive results on Western Blot testing is disqualifying."

Question 6

how can we have a baby, my wife being hiv positive?

Accepted Answer

Seek high risk OB: You can have a baby if your wife is HIV positive.  First see a high risk OB doctor for consultation.

Question 7

i think i might be hiv positive how can i get help?

Accepted Answer

HIV management: See a doctor or HIV testing site to confirm whether or not you are infected. If you are, see a doctor or clinic experienced in HIV evaluation and medical treatment. There are many good options in your city and elsewhere in your country. Since you obviously have online capabilities, the internet should be an excellent source for sources of care.

Question 8

when should one start medication when hiv positive?

Accepted Answer

~500: It is now generally accepted that HIV medication should be started when a persons CD4 cell count (your "t cells", the part of your immune system that helps destroy harmful pathogens and prevent opportunistic disease) is around 500.  This does vary....I personally start people even at the 700-800 levels.  Medications are very effective now a days and much less toxic than they were in the past.

Question 9

can you tell me if i could possibly be hiv positive?

Accepted Answer

You haven't shared: What your risk factors or symptoms are. Please provide amplifying information ; re-ask or get tested. Take care.

Question 10

what kind of eyesymptoms are they with a hiv positive?

Accepted Answer

HIV eye findings: Hiv can cause retinal disease, dry eye, intraocular inflammation, optic nerve disease, infection, blurred vision, and many other issues.

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