Many people do not develop any symptoms when they first become infected with HIV. Some people, however, get a flu-like illness within three to six weeks after exposure to the virus. This illness, called Acute HIV Syndrome, may include fever, headache, tiredness, nausea, diarrhea and enlarged lymph nodes (organs of the immune system that can be felt … [Read more...]
The problem defining AIDS
February 22, 2012 By
In January 1993, the original defining criteria for AIDS was changed by researchers at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Prior to that time, to be diagnosed with AIDS, patients had to exhibit one or more of 25 symptoms listed by the CDC, and also be HIV-positive. In 1993, the CDC added three new conditions to this … [Read more...]
Heart Risks Emerging in People With HIV
February 21, 2012 By
TUESDAY, July 1 (HealthDay News) -- Drugs that suppress HIV are keeping infected individuals alive and relatively healthy for years, even decades. But studies suggest that a new health risk is emerging for these long-term survivors: increased odds for heart attack and stroke.It's not clear whether the cause is the virus itself or the drugs used to … [Read more...]
HIV Counseling
February 21, 2012 By
Counseling is an essential part of HIV antibody testing and should always be performed before and after testing regardless of HIV status. Counseling is mandatory in most anonymous testing sites. Counseling prior to the test will help you understand the results of your test, learn how to protect yourself from the virus, and gain the knowledge of … [Read more...]
