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I tested positive for hiv on 14 november 2019 my cd4 count is currently 542 but i am still not on medication. ?

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Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Get treated!: Everybody with HIV should be on treatment with anti-HIV drugs -- NO EXCEPTIONS! Discuss with your doctor or find a different one.

Dr Singh and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 12/20/2020

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Agree with Dr. H: See your doctor and start treatment to preserve you immune system and reduce the risk of spread to others. Visit this site for info: https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/basics/livingwithhiv/treatment.html Wish you good health!

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 12/17/2020

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A member asked:

I tested positive for hiv on 14 november 2019 my cd4 count is currently 542 but i am still not on medication. ?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Dr Singh and 2 doctors agreed

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Dr Rhoads agreed

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