AIDS / HIV: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
HIV Symptoms
Because many people who have been infected with HIV have few or no symptoms initially, testing is the only way to know for sure if you are infected with HIV. There are, however, an assortment of symptoms that can be associated with HIV infection. What are the symptoms of HIV/AIDS?
Because many people who have been infected with HIV have few or no symptoms initially, testing is the only way to know for sure if you are infected with HIV. There are, however, an assortment of symptoms that can be associated with HIV infection. What are the symptoms of HIV/AIDS?
Am I HIV Infected?
How do I know if I have HIV? Am I HIV infected? What are the signs and symptoms of HIV? This guide will show you how to determine if you do have HIV.
How do I know if I have HIV? Am I HIV infected? What are the signs and symptoms of HIV? This guide will show you how to determine if you do have HIV.
Symptoms of HIV & AIDS
HIV & AIDS causes many signs and symptoms. What are the signs and symptoms of HIV?
HIV & AIDS causes many signs and symptoms. What are the signs and symptoms of HIV?
Symptoms of STDs
Am I infected with a sexually transmitted disease? What are the symptoms of STD's? If you think you have signs of STDs get STD tested.
Am I infected with a sexually transmitted disease? What are the symptoms of STD's? If you think you have signs of STDs get STD tested.
Acute HIV
Recognizing acute HIV syndrome is not always easy. During the time of seroconversion, patients can exhibit the signs of acute hiv syndrome. This guide will help recognize acute HIV syndrome.
Recognizing acute HIV syndrome is not always easy. During the time of seroconversion, patients can exhibit the signs of acute hiv syndrome. This guide will help recognize acute HIV syndrome.
Oral Sex
Is there a connection between HIV and oral sex? There is a commonly held belief among lay people that oral sex carries no risk. In fact, some consider oral sex a safer sex alternative. But the truth is, like any other sexual activity, oral sex carries a risk of transmitting HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases. What are the risks of oral sex?
Is there a connection between HIV and oral sex? There is a commonly held belief among lay people that oral sex carries no risk. In fact, some consider oral sex a safer sex alternative. But the truth is, like any other sexual activity, oral sex carries a risk of transmitting HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases. What are the risks of oral sex?
Lymphadenopathy
What is lymphadenopathy and how is it related to HIV. Are swollen lymph nodes necessarily lymphoma?
What is lymphadenopathy and how is it related to HIV. Are swollen lymph nodes necessarily lymphoma?
Teens and Oral Sex
Recent studies have shown that teens are engaing in oral sex more often than having intercourse. Teens and oral sex...there are risks. What are the risks of oral sex.
Recent studies have shown that teens are engaing in oral sex more often than having intercourse. Teens and oral sex...there are risks. What are the risks of oral sex.
Cdiff
Clostridium difficile, or C. diff, can be a serious gastrointestinal infection that causes severe diarrhea. Here is your guide to C. diff.
Clostridium difficile, or C. diff, can be a serious gastrointestinal infection that causes severe diarrhea. Here is your guide to C. diff.
Thrush
Oral thrush is a common condition in those people living with HIV and AIDS. What is thrush and what can be done about it?
Oral thrush is a common condition in those people living with HIV and AIDS. What is thrush and what can be done about it?
HIV Meds
HIV medications have prolonged the lives of people living with HIV. Here is a collection of HIV medication fact sheets that will help you learn about your HIV medications.
HIV medications have prolonged the lives of people living with HIV. Here is a collection of HIV medication fact sheets that will help you learn about your HIV medications.
Vicodin Dangers
Used appropriately, Vicodin is a very effective pain reliever for those suffering from moderate to severe pain. However, when abused, Vicodin can be dangerous. What are the dangers of Vicodin use?
Used appropriately, Vicodin is a very effective pain reliever for those suffering from moderate to severe pain. However, when abused, Vicodin can be dangerous. What are the dangers of Vicodin use?
Safer Oral Sex
Oral sex can be safe if performed using a few precautions. How to perform safer oral sex.
Oral sex can be safe if performed using a few precautions. How to perform safer oral sex.
A Rash
A rash is a common HIV symptom. A rash can also be related to medications. Here are some quick tips on how this HIV symptoms - an HIV rash.
A rash is a common HIV symptom. A rash can also be related to medications. Here are some quick tips on how this HIV symptoms - an HIV rash.
Vicodin
An easy to use vicodin fact sheet.
An easy to use vicodin fact sheet.
Viagra
We've all heard of Viagra. The wonder pill that treats erectile dysfunction. Erectile dysfunction or impotence as it is often called, affects men of all ages. There was a time when treatments were few and success of treatment was rare. That was before the little blue pill - that was before Viagra.
We've all heard of Viagra. The wonder pill that treats erectile dysfunction. Erectile dysfunction or impotence as it is often called, affects men of all ages. There was a time when treatments were few and success of treatment was rare. That was before the little blue pill - that was before Viagra.
Kaposis Sarcoma
At the beginning of the epidemic, Kaposis Sarcoma was the face of HIV. KS as it is sometimes called is less common in this age of HIV medication. But HIV and Kaposis Sarcoma still walk hand in hand in some patients.
At the beginning of the epidemic, Kaposis Sarcoma was the face of HIV. KS as it is sometimes called is less common in this age of HIV medication. But HIV and Kaposis Sarcoma still walk hand in hand in some patients.
Night Sweats
For those living with HIV, night sweats can be one of the most annoying HIV symptoms. What are night sweats and what can be done to help? Here are the facts about one of the most annoying HIV symptoms..
For those living with HIV, night sweats can be one of the most annoying HIV symptoms. What are night sweats and what can be done to help? Here are the facts about one of the most annoying HIV symptoms..
Neuropathy
Some people with HIV/AIDS describe it as a burning sensation. Others say that it's like a thousand hot needles poking the feet and hands. These are peripheral neuropathy symptoms. Peripheral neuropathy can be an uncomfortable, very annoying, and sometimes a crippling condition. What causes this problem and what can be done about it?
Some people with HIV/AIDS describe it as a burning sensation. Others say that it's like a thousand hot needles poking the feet and hands. These are peripheral neuropathy symptoms. Peripheral neuropathy can be an uncomfortable, very annoying, and sometimes a crippling condition. What causes this problem and what can be done about it?
HIV Prevention
Condoms do prevent HIV and STDs. Condoms are an important part of HIV and STD prevention.
Condoms do prevent HIV and STDs. Condoms are an important part of HIV and STD prevention.
The History of HIV/AIDS
Knowing where you have been helps you to choose the right path to where you want to go. The history of HIV/AIDS helps scientists, medical professionals, and patients alike understand the disease and find better ways to fight it.
Knowing where you have been helps you to choose the right path to where you want to go. The history of HIV/AIDS helps scientists, medical professionals, and patients alike understand the disease and find better ways to fight it.
Blood Test Fact Sheets
Your doctor will routinely order blood tests at each of your visits. This collection of blood test fact sheets will help you understand what each of those blood tests are for.
Your doctor will routinely order blood tests at each of your visits. This collection of blood test fact sheets will help you understand what each of those blood tests are for.
HIV Diagnosis
How is HIV and AIDS diagnosed? What tests are used to diagnose HIV and AIDS?
How is HIV and AIDS diagnosed? What tests are used to diagnose HIV and AIDS?
HIV Makes You Sick
How does HIV make you sick? What does HIV do to your body? Why do HIV symptoms and AIDS symptoms occur in the first place?
How does HIV make you sick? What does HIV do to your body? Why do HIV symptoms and AIDS symptoms occur in the first place?
HIV/AIDS Myths
There are many HIV/AIDS myths out there. HIV/AIDS myths are dangerous and contribute to prejudice and stigma. Let's dispel the HIV/AIDS myths with this list of the top ten HIV/AIDS related myths.
There are many HIV/AIDS myths out there. HIV/AIDS myths are dangerous and contribute to prejudice and stigma. Let's dispel the HIV/AIDS myths with this list of the top ten HIV/AIDS related myths.
What is HIV?
What is HIV? What is AIDS? This introduction to HIV and AIDS includes immune system basics, the spread of the virus, and the international outlook on the pandemic.
What is HIV? What is AIDS? This introduction to HIV and AIDS includes immune system basics, the spread of the virus, and the international outlook on the pandemic.
What is CD4?
Your doctor regularly measures CD4 count. What are CD4 cells? What are T-cells? Why are they so important?
Your doctor regularly measures CD4 count. What are CD4 cells? What are T-cells? Why are they so important?
HIV Infection Risk
Everyone wants to know if they are at risk for HIV infection. Do the behaviors in which they engage increase their risk of HIV? What is your risk for HIV infection?
Everyone wants to know if they are at risk for HIV infection. Do the behaviors in which they engage increase their risk of HIV? What is your risk for HIV infection?
Rectal Pain
Rectal pain can occur for many reasons from the not so serious to the very serious. What are the causes of rectal pain and how to we address the problem?
Rectal pain can occur for many reasons from the not so serious to the very serious. What are the causes of rectal pain and how to we address the problem?
HIV in Africa
Why is the HIV/AIDS epidemic raging out of control in Africa and other undeveloped countries? What is fueling AIDS in Africa? Several factors are contributing to this tragedy.
Why is the HIV/AIDS epidemic raging out of control in Africa and other undeveloped countries? What is fueling AIDS in Africa? Several factors are contributing to this tragedy.
Proper Condom
Condoms are very effective in preventing STDs and HIV when they are used correctly. This feature shows you how to use a condom the right way.
Condoms are very effective in preventing STDs and HIV when they are used correctly. This feature shows you how to use a condom the right way.
Side Effects
With HIV comes unpleasant symptoms and side effects. This guide will give you some hints and tips on how to deal with them.
With HIV comes unpleasant symptoms and side effects. This guide will give you some hints and tips on how to deal with them.
PCP Pneumonia
PCP or pneumocystis pneumonia is one of the most serious opportunistic infections. Caused by the fungus Pneumocystis jiroveci PCP can be fatal if not treated. Check out this guide to pneumocystis pneumonia.
PCP or pneumocystis pneumonia is one of the most serious opportunistic infections. Caused by the fungus Pneumocystis jiroveci PCP can be fatal if not treated. Check out this guide to pneumocystis pneumonia.
Diarrhea
Diarrhea can be a life threatening problem if not treated correctly and rapidly. It's one of the most annoying HIV symptoms. Here are some diarrhea cures that can help.
Diarrhea can be a life threatening problem if not treated correctly and rapidly. It's one of the most annoying HIV symptoms. Here are some diarrhea cures that can help.
Lactic Acidosis
Lactic Acidosis is a concerning and potentially fatal illness. What is HIV Lactic Acidosis and what can be done about it?
Lactic Acidosis is a concerning and potentially fatal illness. What is HIV Lactic Acidosis and what can be done about it?
Liver Function Tests (LFTs)
Liver function tests are important, given the impact HIV medications can have on liver function.
Liver function tests are important, given the impact HIV medications can have on liver function.
HIV History
The history of HIV is frought with successes and failures. The HIV/AIDS timeline shows those successes. Let's take an HIV history lesson.
The history of HIV is frought with successes and failures. The HIV/AIDS timeline shows those successes. Let's take an HIV history lesson.
The HIV Life Cycle
The HIV life cycle is a series of cellular changes that results in new HIV reproduction. Here is a step by step illustration of the HIV life cycle.
The HIV life cycle is a series of cellular changes that results in new HIV reproduction. Here is a step by step illustration of the HIV life cycle.
Unprotected Sex
Before you have unsafe sex you should look at these facts about safer sex.
Before you have unsafe sex you should look at these facts about safer sex.
Complete Blood Count (CBC)
There are many HIV lab tests. One of the HIV lab tests your doctor will often draw is a complete blood count or CBC. What exactly is a Complete Blood Count?
There are many HIV lab tests. One of the HIV lab tests your doctor will often draw is a complete blood count or CBC. What exactly is a Complete Blood Count?
Ten Things to Know
HIV information is the most important way to stay healthy. Understanding your disease gives you the power to particpate in your care planning. What ten things should everyone know about hiv/aids? Is HIV the same as AIDS? How to get an HIV test? How to tell someone you have HIV. These ten things are what everyone needs to know about hiv and aids.
HIV information is the most important way to stay healthy. Understanding your disease gives you the power to particpate in your care planning. What ten things should everyone know about hiv/aids? Is HIV the same as AIDS? How to get an HIV test? How to tell someone you have HIV. These ten things are what everyone needs to know about hiv and aids.
Infections
The body fights infection with its immune system. HIV weakens the immune system, making the body susceptible to other infections. Those infections are called opportunistic.
The body fights infection with its immune system. HIV weakens the immune system, making the body susceptible to other infections. Those infections are called opportunistic.
AIDS Defining Illnesses
What are the AIDS defining illnesses? There are approximately 29 illnesses that are said to be AIDS defining.
What are the AIDS defining illnesses? There are approximately 29 illnesses that are said to be AIDS defining.
AIDS / HIV - Articles
An index of Articles for the AIDS / HIV guide site.
An index of Articles for the AIDS / HIV guide site.
HIV Negative or Positive
HIV testing is the key to slowing the HIV epidemic. Is it possible for your test to be HIV negative but you still be HIV positive? You may be surprised at the answer.
HIV testing is the key to slowing the HIV epidemic. Is it possible for your test to be HIV negative but you still be HIV positive? You may be surprised at the answer.
Suboxone
Suboxone can be an effective way to get treat opiate addiction and dependence. But it is not just a matter of swallowing a pill each day. Let's review the Suboxone treatment plan.
Suboxone can be an effective way to get treat opiate addiction and dependence. But it is not just a matter of swallowing a pill each day. Let's review the Suboxone treatment plan.
HIV & HPV
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases in the United States. What do men and women need to know about HPV? Knowing a few simple facts can protect you from infection and even save your life.
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases in the United States. What do men and women need to know about HPV? Knowing a few simple facts can protect you from infection and even save your life.
CD4 (T-cell)
CD4 cells are specialized cells that are a part of our immune system. What are CD4 cells and why are they important to those people living with HIV?
CD4 cells are specialized cells that are a part of our immune system. What are CD4 cells and why are they important to those people living with HIV?
Green Tea
The benefits of green tea are becoming more apparent. What are those benefits?
The benefits of green tea are becoming more apparent. What are those benefits?
State Statistics
Here are the most current state and metropolitan AIDS statistics.
Here are the most current state and metropolitan AIDS statistics.
What is HIV - 2?
We hear so much talk about HIV we assume there is only one type of HIV. Actually, the HIV we talk about most is HIV-1. There is a second, less common strain called HIV-2. What is HIV-2?
We hear so much talk about HIV we assume there is only one type of HIV. Actually, the HIV we talk about most is HIV-1. There is a second, less common strain called HIV-2. What is HIV-2?
What if the Condom Breaks
Condom breaks do occur. What should you do if the condom breaks?
Condom breaks do occur. What should you do if the condom breaks?
HIV Med Cost
The cost of HIV medications can be huge. Not taking them can even be more costly for your health. How much do HIV medicines cost? Here is a guide that shows the monthly cost of HIV medications.
The cost of HIV medications can be huge. Not taking them can even be more costly for your health. How much do HIV medicines cost? Here is a guide that shows the monthly cost of HIV medications.
HIV Tests
It all starts with the HIV testing. This quick tip explains HIV tests. get the lowdown on HIV/AIDS testing.
It all starts with the HIV testing. This quick tip explains HIV tests. get the lowdown on HIV/AIDS testing.
HIV Outside the Body
How long does HIV live outside the body. Can you get HIV from blood on a counter top or floor? Can I get HIV from dried blood?
How long does HIV live outside the body. Can you get HIV from blood on a counter top or floor? Can I get HIV from dried blood?
Sinusitis
While 30% of all people suffer from sinusitis at least once each year, people living with HIV seem to have more frequent and more severe bouts. Why do HIV and sinus infections seem to be common companions?
While 30% of all people suffer from sinusitis at least once each year, people living with HIV seem to have more frequent and more severe bouts. Why do HIV and sinus infections seem to be common companions?
Crystal Meth
Methamphetamine or Crystal Meth is a supercharged version of amphetamines that have been used as a stimulant since the 1960's. Crystal Meth is very addictive and is a killer.
Methamphetamine or Crystal Meth is a supercharged version of amphetamines that have been used as a stimulant since the 1960's. Crystal Meth is very addictive and is a killer.
AIDS deaths
I heard that when you get AIDS you will die. Are people still dying from AIDS? How many AIDS deaths occur each year?
I heard that when you get AIDS you will die. Are people still dying from AIDS? How many AIDS deaths occur each year?
HIV Related Movies
A collection of some of the best HIV related movies. Movie reviews of the best HIV/AIDS related movies.
A collection of some of the best HIV related movies. Movie reviews of the best HIV/AIDS related movies.
Weight Loss
Weight loss is a common problem in HIV and AIDS. Here are some quick tips on how to handle weight loss and AIDS Wasting.
Weight loss is a common problem in HIV and AIDS. Here are some quick tips on how to handle weight loss and AIDS Wasting.
The Origin of HIV
There is debate about the origin of HIV. In fact it may not be totally clear where HIV came from. Where did HIV come from? What is the history of HIV?
There is debate about the origin of HIV. In fact it may not be totally clear where HIV came from. Where did HIV come from? What is the history of HIV?
Feeling close without sex.
Teens feel the urges of sexual maturity everyday. Some feel sex is the only way to feel close with the ones they love. However, having sex is not without risks. There is safer sex for teens. HIV and teens is a growing problem but there are things that can be done. Here are 10 ways to make love and show your affection without having sex.
Teens feel the urges of sexual maturity everyday. Some feel sex is the only way to feel close with the ones they love. However, having sex is not without risks. There is safer sex for teens. HIV and teens is a growing problem but there are things that can be done. Here are 10 ways to make love and show your affection without having sex.
Rapid Test
HIV testing can take a couple different forms. There is the conventional ELISA HIV test but there is also a rapid HIV test. What is rapid HIV testing and is it accurate? This fact sheet will answer your HIV testing questions.
HIV testing can take a couple different forms. There is the conventional ELISA HIV test but there is also a rapid HIV test. What is rapid HIV testing and is it accurate? This fact sheet will answer your HIV testing questions.
Teen Tip
Safer sex is the key to ending the HIV epidemic. Being a teen is not always easy. Teens are often faced with very difficult and important decisions. One such decision is whether or not to have sex. Safer sex for teens should be discussed with your kids. Teens and HIV is hard to talk about but also must be included. Here are some ways that teens can say no to sex.
Safer sex is the key to ending the HIV epidemic. Being a teen is not always easy. Teens are often faced with very difficult and important decisions. One such decision is whether or not to have sex. Safer sex for teens should be discussed with your kids. Teens and HIV is hard to talk about but also must be included. Here are some ways that teens can say no to sex.
Hepatitis
Simply put, hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver. Caused by several factors hepatitis can be a serious disease in its own right, and deadly in the presence of HIV. Here are some basic hepatitis facts as well as hepatitis signs and symptoms.
Simply put, hepatitis is an inflammation of the liver. Caused by several factors hepatitis can be a serious disease in its own right, and deadly in the presence of HIV. Here are some basic hepatitis facts as well as hepatitis signs and symptoms.
The Immune Response
Learn what parts make up the immune system and how the immune system works with this two part series. Understand the immune system and you will understand HIV.
Learn what parts make up the immune system and how the immune system works with this two part series. Understand the immune system and you will understand HIV.
HIV Tested
HIV testing is the key to slowing the epidemic. Why should we get HIV tested? There are many reasons but here are my top five.
HIV testing is the key to slowing the epidemic. Why should we get HIV tested? There are many reasons but here are my top five.
Testing FAQ
Here are some of the most often asked HIV test questions.
Here are some of the most often asked HIV test questions.
Pneumonia
Opportunistic infections, particularly pneumonia can be devastating to people living with HIV. Here is important information about bacterial pneumonia and pneumocystis pneumonia (PCP).
Opportunistic infections, particularly pneumonia can be devastating to people living with HIV. Here is important information about bacterial pneumonia and pneumocystis pneumonia (PCP).
Condoms
A condom buying that will help you choose the condom that's right for you.
A condom buying that will help you choose the condom that's right for you.
Fungal Infections
People with HIV must be aware of opportunistic infections. Fungal opportunistic infections can occur in people living with HIV. Here is a guide to some of the most common fungal opportunistic infections.
People with HIV must be aware of opportunistic infections. Fungal opportunistic infections can occur in people living with HIV. Here is a guide to some of the most common fungal opportunistic infections.
Folliculitis
Folliculitis is a common skin infection in people with HIV. These infected hair follicles can occur anywhere on the body there is hair. What should you do if you have folliculitis?
Folliculitis is a common skin infection in people with HIV. These infected hair follicles can occur anywhere on the body there is hair. What should you do if you have folliculitis?
Vaginal Transmission
What is the HIV risk from vaginal sex? Yes you can get HIV from vaginal sex. Get the facts
What is the HIV risk from vaginal sex? Yes you can get HIV from vaginal sex. Get the facts
Oral Sex Risk
Can HIV be transmitted by way of oral sex? What is the HIV risk of oral sex? The answer is found here in this HIV transmission faq.
Can HIV be transmitted by way of oral sex? What is the HIV risk of oral sex? The answer is found here in this HIV transmission faq.
HIV & Fatigue
Fatigue is a common problem in those living with HIV and AIDS. What are some solutions for fatigue? Are there any treatments for fatigue?
Fatigue is a common problem in those living with HIV and AIDS. What are some solutions for fatigue? Are there any treatments for fatigue?
Parts of the Immune System
Your immune system is the body's natural defense against illness. What are the parts of the immune system? How does each part work to protect the body from infection. Learn how the immune system works and you'll better understand HIV and AIDS.
Your immune system is the body's natural defense against illness. What are the parts of the immune system? How does each part work to protect the body from infection. Learn how the immune system works and you'll better understand HIV and AIDS.
What Activities are Riskiest?
What are the riskiest activities when it comes to HIV transmission and infection?
What are the riskiest activities when it comes to HIV transmission and infection?
Worldwide Statistics
HIV statistics tell the story of the epidemic. Here are some worldwide HIV statistics and AIDS statistics.
HIV statistics tell the story of the epidemic. Here are some worldwide HIV statistics and AIDS statistics.
Testosterone
Testosterone is a male hormone that regulates many physiological processes in men. Low testosterone levels is a common problem in men, especially those living with HIV. Testosterone replacement may be necessary but know the facts about testosterone before beginning replacement.
Testosterone is a male hormone that regulates many physiological processes in men. Low testosterone levels is a common problem in men, especially those living with HIV. Testosterone replacement may be necessary but know the facts about testosterone before beginning replacement.
HIV Transmission
How can you catch HIV? How does HIV infection occur? How did I get HIV?
How can you catch HIV? How does HIV infection occur? How did I get HIV?
HIV Seroconversion
Your body produces antibodies to HIV in hopes of fighting off that infectious virus. In other words HIV seroconversion has occured.
Your body produces antibodies to HIV in hopes of fighting off that infectious virus. In other words HIV seroconversion has occured.
HIV and Oral Sex?
HIV and oral sex; to some one does not relate to the other. However, it has been shown that there is an oral sex HIV risk. Our viewer asked: Can I get HIV from oral sex?
HIV and oral sex; to some one does not relate to the other. However, it has been shown that there is an oral sex HIV risk. Our viewer asked: Can I get HIV from oral sex?
Genital Herpes
There are several types of herpes. Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by the herpes simplex viruses type I(HSV-1) and type II (HSV-2).
There are several types of herpes. Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by the herpes simplex viruses type I(HSV-1) and type II (HSV-2).
Getting Tested
HIV testing is the key to slowing the spread of HIV. How do you know if you should be HIV tested? This "how-to" guide will show you.
HIV testing is the key to slowing the spread of HIV. How do you know if you should be HIV tested? This "how-to" guide will show you.
Cymbalta
There is a new drug available that treats depression as well as peripheral neuropathy. Cymbalta can be used for neuropathy and depression.
There is a new drug available that treats depression as well as peripheral neuropathy. Cymbalta can be used for neuropathy and depression.
HIV PEP
HIV post-exposure prophylaxis has been shown to decrease the chance of HIV infection after an occupational exposure.
HIV post-exposure prophylaxis has been shown to decrease the chance of HIV infection after an occupational exposure.
Zithromax
Important information about the antibiotic Zithromax
Important information about the antibiotic Zithromax
Same Sex Fuss
The hot button issue these days is same sex marriages - should they be sanctioned? The lines have been drawn and now the debate rages on pitting state vs. state and state vs. the federal government. But why all the fuss? Should we allow gay marriage?
The hot button issue these days is same sex marriages - should they be sanctioned? The lines have been drawn and now the debate rages on pitting state vs. state and state vs. the federal government. But why all the fuss? Should we allow gay marriage?
HIV Basics
HIV is a complex disease. Understanding HIV will help you stay healthier longer. Knowledge is power, and never has that been more true than when dealing with HIV. Here are some common HIV related questions with easy to understand answers.
HIV is a complex disease. Understanding HIV will help you stay healthier longer. Knowledge is power, and never has that been more true than when dealing with HIV. Here are some common HIV related questions with easy to understand answers.
Oral Sex and HIV?
What is the HIV risk of oral sex? Can I get HIV from someone performing oral sex on me? The answer to this question of HIV transmission may surprise you. HIV and oral sex do intersect.
What is the HIV risk of oral sex? Can I get HIV from someone performing oral sex on me? The answer to this question of HIV transmission may surprise you. HIV and oral sex do intersect.
A Rite of Passage
Barebacking is considered by some to be a rite of passage. HIV and barebacking have been linked. Deliberate HIV infection is happening much too frequently and HIV conversion parties are part of some sub-cultures. How is HIV and barebacking related?
Barebacking is considered by some to be a rite of passage. HIV and barebacking have been linked. Deliberate HIV infection is happening much too frequently and HIV conversion parties are part of some sub-cultures. How is HIV and barebacking related?
Preventing Infections
Staying healthy means breaking the cycle of infection. Simply put, preventing infections before they start is the best way to live a long healthy life.
Staying healthy means breaking the cycle of infection. Simply put, preventing infections before they start is the best way to live a long healthy life.
Pregnancy and HIV
Pregnancy and HIV are common in today's world. Years ago when a woman was HIV positive she gave up any hope of having a family. Now HIV and pregnancy can co-exist without problems. If you are HIV+ and family planning, this article will educate you about HIV and pregnancy.
Pregnancy and HIV are common in today's world. Years ago when a woman was HIV positive she gave up any hope of having a family. Now HIV and pregnancy can co-exist without problems. If you are HIV+ and family planning, this article will educate you about HIV and pregnancy.
Lipodystrophy
HIV Medications work, extending the lives of HIV infected people. But they are not witout their side effects. Lipodystrophy is one of those side effects. Fat redistribution to the neck and back has made lipodystrophy a very distressing condition. Is there any lipodystrophy treatment?
HIV Medications work, extending the lives of HIV infected people. But they are not witout their side effects. Lipodystrophy is one of those side effects. Fat redistribution to the neck and back has made lipodystrophy a very distressing condition. Is there any lipodystrophy treatment?
HIV to AIDS
Left untreated HIV progression to AIDS will occur. How long does it take for HIV to Progress to AIDS?
Left untreated HIV progression to AIDS will occur. How long does it take for HIV to Progress to AIDS?
STD's
Sexually transmitted diseases are among the most common causes of illness in the world. Syphilis is at epidemic proportions in many areas. Are HIV and Syphilis related or connected? Find out with this feature filled with facts about sexually transmitted diseases.
Sexually transmitted diseases are among the most common causes of illness in the world. Syphilis is at epidemic proportions in many areas. Are HIV and Syphilis related or connected? Find out with this feature filled with facts about sexually transmitted diseases.
HIV Quiz
This quiz will give you an idea how much you know about HIV.
This quiz will give you an idea how much you know about HIV.
What Teens Should Know
Teens often feel indestructible; feel that nothing can hurt them. The thought of HIV and teens just doesn't go together in the minds of some. But HIV can be a problem for teens. There are so many misconceptions surrounding HIV and AIDS; myth and misunderstanding fueled by the media, by fear, and by ignorance. Let's take a look at the truth; five things every teen should know about HIV and AIDS.
Teens often feel indestructible; feel that nothing can hurt them. The thought of HIV and teens just doesn't go together in the minds of some. But HIV can be a problem for teens. There are so many misconceptions surrounding HIV and AIDS; myth and misunderstanding fueled by the media, by fear, and by ignorance. Let's take a look at the truth; five things every teen should know about HIV and AIDS.
HIV / AIDS
What is the difference between HIV and AIDS? Is HIV and AIDS the same thing?
What is the difference between HIV and AIDS? Is HIV and AIDS the same thing?
Serum Electrolytes
Serum electrolytes are substances that circulate in the blood and control such things as cardiac function and muscle contraction. Serum electrolytes are part of the typical HIV blood tests.
Serum electrolytes are substances that circulate in the blood and control such things as cardiac function and muscle contraction. Serum electrolytes are part of the typical HIV blood tests.
TB Test
With the emergence of HIV there has been a new emergence of Tuberculosis - TB. Because of that fact, it is important to test all HIV positive people for TB. Tuberculosis testing is necessary because of the potential dangers of undetected TB infection. Let's look at the Tuberculosis Skin Test - the PPD.
With the emergence of HIV there has been a new emergence of Tuberculosis - TB. Because of that fact, it is important to test all HIV positive people for TB. Tuberculosis testing is necessary because of the potential dangers of undetected TB infection. Let's look at the Tuberculosis Skin Test - the PPD.
CD4 Percentage
CD4 percentage and absolute CD4 counts are difficult concepts. This article will help you better understand absolute CD4 and CD4 percentage.
CD4 percentage and absolute CD4 counts are difficult concepts. This article will help you better understand absolute CD4 and CD4 percentage.
Breastfeeding Risks
What are the risks of breastfeeding when living with certain medical conditions such as HIV, Hepatitis B & C, and herpes? What are the risks of breastfeeding while living with HIV.
What are the risks of breastfeeding when living with certain medical conditions such as HIV, Hepatitis B & C, and herpes? What are the risks of breastfeeding while living with HIV.
Reinfection
HIV reinfection can be a problem if precautions are not taken. Safer sex in the form of positive prevention is the key.
HIV reinfection can be a problem if precautions are not taken. Safer sex in the form of positive prevention is the key.
Spreading HIV
How is HIV spread from one person to another?
How is HIV spread from one person to another?
The HIV Epidemic
HIV statistics help track where infections are occurring and which populations need to be addressed. Estimates of the world's HIV epidemic is very sobering. Here is the most current AIDS data available.
HIV statistics help track where infections are occurring and which populations need to be addressed. Estimates of the world's HIV epidemic is very sobering. Here is the most current AIDS data available.
Teen Talk
I have talked to teens, visited their online forums, and observed them clinically and from a father's perspective. HIV and teens; for most the two worlds never meet. But how does HIV impact teens? Here are excerpts from one interview that I feel typifies the teen community and their feelings on HIV.
I have talked to teens, visited their online forums, and observed them clinically and from a father's perspective. HIV and teens; for most the two worlds never meet. But how does HIV impact teens? Here are excerpts from one interview that I feel typifies the teen community and their feelings on HIV.
Regional Stats
HIV statistics from around the world tells the story of the HIV epidemic. AIDS data puts a face on the epidemic. Here is a complete index of regional statistics for HIV/AIDS.
HIV statistics from around the world tells the story of the HIV epidemic. AIDS data puts a face on the epidemic. Here is a complete index of regional statistics for HIV/AIDS.
Tuberculosis Statistics
At one time tuberculosis was all but eliminated. Now, with the emergence of HIV over the last 20 years, TB is again a problem that must be dealt with. HIV and tuberculosis are connected. Here are some tuberculosis statistics.
At one time tuberculosis was all but eliminated. Now, with the emergence of HIV over the last 20 years, TB is again a problem that must be dealt with. HIV and tuberculosis are connected. Here are some tuberculosis statistics.
Bacterial Infections
Opportunistic infections caused by bacteria are common in HIV. Here is a guide to those bacterial opportunistic infections.
Opportunistic infections caused by bacteria are common in HIV. Here is a guide to those bacterial opportunistic infections.
Nausea
Nausea not only makes you feel uncomfortable and sick, it can be dangerous when associated with vomiting. What can you do to relieve your nausea and vomiting?
Nausea not only makes you feel uncomfortable and sick, it can be dangerous when associated with vomiting. What can you do to relieve your nausea and vomiting?
Condoms Prevent
Condoms do protect the user from STDs and HIV. Simply put - condoms work. Safer sex with condoms is an effective way to prevent STDs and HIV.
Condoms do protect the user from STDs and HIV. Simply put - condoms work. Safer sex with condoms is an effective way to prevent STDs and HIV.
US Stats
Stats that reflect the extent of the HIV epidemic in the United States
Stats that reflect the extent of the HIV epidemic in the United States
How long to get tested?
I often hear people ask when they should be HIV tested. They realize that an exposure to HIV requires an HIV test, but how long after the exposure should HIV testing occur?
I often hear people ask when they should be HIV tested. They realize that an exposure to HIV requires an HIV test, but how long after the exposure should HIV testing occur?
Condom Do's and Don'ts
To prevent HIV, condoms must be used each and everytime. But they must be used correctly. Here are the do's and don'ts of proper condom use.
To prevent HIV, condoms must be used each and everytime. But they must be used correctly. Here are the do's and don'ts of proper condom use.
Serodiscordant
Serodiscordant couples face challenges each and everyday. What are the challenges of serodiscordant couples?
Serodiscordant couples face challenges each and everyday. What are the challenges of serodiscordant couples?
Depression
Depression affects 10 million Americans each year. It's estimated that 1 in 4 adults will have at least one depressive episode in their lifetime. HIV and depression often go hand in hand. This feature talks about depression, depression treatment, and the connection between HIV and depression.
Depression affects 10 million Americans each year. It's estimated that 1 in 4 adults will have at least one depressive episode in their lifetime. HIV and depression often go hand in hand. This feature talks about depression, depression treatment, and the connection between HIV and depression.
Cholesterol and Triglycerides
Cholesterol and Triglyceride are the fats in your blood produced by your body and from the foods you eat. Their levels are an important indicator of nutritional health. Here is some information on cholesterol and triglycerides.
Cholesterol and Triglyceride are the fats in your blood produced by your body and from the foods you eat. Their levels are an important indicator of nutritional health. Here is some information on cholesterol and triglycerides.
ELISA
The glossary definition for the term ELISA
The glossary definition for the term ELISA
South Africa
HIV around the world takes you to South Africa. AIDS in Africa is raging out of control. Some call it the new apartheid.
HIV around the world takes you to South Africa. AIDS in Africa is raging out of control. Some call it the new apartheid.
Female Condom
Safer sex doesn't always have to be left up to the man. The female condom is an option for women who want to take the lead on safer sex. This step by step guide details how to use a female condom.
Safer sex doesn't always have to be left up to the man. The female condom is an option for women who want to take the lead on safer sex. This step by step guide details how to use a female condom.
What is PML?
Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy (PML) is a serious viral infection of the brain that strikes people with HIV and AIDS.
Progressive Multifocal Leukoencephalopathy (PML) is a serious viral infection of the brain that strikes people with HIV and AIDS.
HIV myths
There are many HIV and AIDS stories out there. Are any of these urban myths true? Or are they just HIV myths. What about AIDS fraud? Is this a type of HIV myth?
There are many HIV and AIDS stories out there. Are any of these urban myths true? Or are they just HIV myths. What about AIDS fraud? Is this a type of HIV myth?
Sperm Washing
HIV and pregnancy is no longer just a dream. There are options that will help you to have the family you dreamed of and prevent HIV transmission at the same time. Sperm washing is one such option.
HIV and pregnancy is no longer just a dream. There are options that will help you to have the family you dreamed of and prevent HIV transmission at the same time. Sperm washing is one such option.
AVN
What's that hip pain you are having? Could it be Avascular Necrosis (AVN)? AVN is one of those disease that sometimes strikes the HIV+ person. What is AVN?
What's that hip pain you are having? Could it be Avascular Necrosis (AVN)? AVN is one of those disease that sometimes strikes the HIV+ person. What is AVN?
Breastfeeding with Herpes
Genital herpes can be a very annoying problem. However, it may have ramifications other than just being annoying. For instance, can a woman breastfeed if she suffers from genital herpes?
Genital herpes can be a very annoying problem. However, it may have ramifications other than just being annoying. For instance, can a woman breastfeed if she suffers from genital herpes?
Immune Reconstitution
Rebuilding the immune system is possible with the advent of HIV medications. But in the process immune reconstitution syndrome can result and it's not always good. What is immune reconstitution syndrome?
Rebuilding the immune system is possible with the advent of HIV medications. But in the process immune reconstitution syndrome can result and it's not always good. What is immune reconstitution syndrome?
HIV/AIDS FAQ
This is an idex of HIV/AIDS frequently asked questions
This is an idex of HIV/AIDS frequently asked questions
Wasting Syndrome
HIV related weight loss can be a very big problem to some people. HIV related weight loss or AIDS wasting is a problem that needs to be dealt with. Is any weight loss AIDS wasting? Not exactly.
HIV related weight loss can be a very big problem to some people. HIV related weight loss or AIDS wasting is a problem that needs to be dealt with. Is any weight loss AIDS wasting? Not exactly.
HIV and WSW
The HIV risk for women who have sex with women appears to be remote. Just the same, there are circumstances where women who have sex with women are at risk. Safer sex for women who have sex with women can dimish that risk even further.
The HIV risk for women who have sex with women appears to be remote. Just the same, there are circumstances where women who have sex with women are at risk. Safer sex for women who have sex with women can dimish that risk even further.
HIV FAQ
HIV is a very complex disease. You will have HIV questions from time to time. Here are some HIV frequently asked questions. There are so many questions regarding HIV and AIDS. But which are asked the most often? Here are the top ten.
HIV is a very complex disease. You will have HIV questions from time to time. Here are some HIV frequently asked questions. There are so many questions regarding HIV and AIDS. But which are asked the most often? Here are the top ten.
Cooking Temperature
Cooking food at the proper temperature is essential part of avoiding food-borne illnesses. This food temperature preparation guide will help.
Cooking food at the proper temperature is essential part of avoiding food-borne illnesses. This food temperature preparation guide will help.
Vertical Transmission
The risk of HIV transmission from mother to unborn child is about 26% without any treatment or intervention. What can be done to prevent vertical transmission of HIV?
The risk of HIV transmission from mother to unborn child is about 26% without any treatment or intervention. What can be done to prevent vertical transmission of HIV?
Body Fats
Now that we know too much is not good, how do we keep cholesterol and triglycerides under control?
Now that we know too much is not good, how do we keep cholesterol and triglycerides under control?
Mosquitoes and HIV
Can HIV spread from person to person from a mosquito bite? Is there an HIV from being bitten by a mosquito?
Can HIV spread from person to person from a mosquito bite? Is there an HIV from being bitten by a mosquito?
Things to Discuss
As we know, HIV among men who have sex with men is common. HIV among MSM is a problem that doctors need to be aware of. The Gay and Lesbian Medical Association lists ten things gay men should discuss with their doctors. What are they?
As we know, HIV among men who have sex with men is common. HIV among MSM is a problem that doctors need to be aware of. The Gay and Lesbian Medical Association lists ten things gay men should discuss with their doctors. What are they?
HIV African Americans
HIV statistics tell the story of the HIV/AIDS epidemic. HIV facts and AIDS data can help pinpoint populations at risk. One such population is the African American population. Here are some HIV facts about HIV/AIDS among African Americans.
HIV statistics tell the story of the HIV/AIDS epidemic. HIV facts and AIDS data can help pinpoint populations at risk. One such population is the African American population. Here are some HIV facts about HIV/AIDS among African Americans.
Post Exposure Meds
Have you had an HIV exposure? The CDC has post exposure prophylaxis (PEP) recommendations. These post exposure prophylaxis regimens help decrease the chance of HIV infection after an HIV exposure.
Have you had an HIV exposure? The CDC has post exposure prophylaxis (PEP) recommendations. These post exposure prophylaxis regimens help decrease the chance of HIV infection after an HIV exposure.
HIV Testing
HIV testing is an important part of controlling the AIDS epidemic. There are HIV testing sites across the country. If you are asking yourself where I can get tested this guide explains where you can find testing sites.
HIV testing is an important part of controlling the AIDS epidemic. There are HIV testing sites across the country. If you are asking yourself where I can get tested this guide explains where you can find testing sites.
MAC Guide
Learn about this potentially serious opportunistic infection, Mycobacterium avium complex; commonly known as MAC.
Learn about this potentially serious opportunistic infection, Mycobacterium avium complex; commonly known as MAC.
Tattoo Risk
Is there a risk of getting HIV from tattoos or body piercing?
Is there a risk of getting HIV from tattoos or body piercing?
The Right Doctor
HIV is a complex disease that requires specially trained physicians; HIV specialists to deliver the complex care necessary to live a long healthy life. What is the key to finding the right doctor? What is the key to finding an HIV specialist?
HIV is a complex disease that requires specially trained physicians; HIV specialists to deliver the complex care necessary to live a long healthy life. What is the key to finding the right doctor? What is the key to finding an HIV specialist?
Condoms and HSV
Studies have shown that condoms do protect from genital herpes.
Studies have shown that condoms do protect from genital herpes.
Food for Thought
Are you feeling like you could use a little spring cleaning for your body? If so, how about looking at what you eat? Here's a little food for thought.
Are you feeling like you could use a little spring cleaning for your body? If so, how about looking at what you eat? Here's a little food for thought.
Adherence Tips
The advent of HAART therapy has given people infected with HIV a new lease on life. But along with these benefits there are some problems. The biggest obstacle to successful treatment is adherence to medications. Here are 10 tips that will help.
The advent of HAART therapy has given people infected with HIV a new lease on life. But along with these benefits there are some problems. The biggest obstacle to successful treatment is adherence to medications. Here are 10 tips that will help.
Ways to Stay Healthy
Living with HIV means staying healthy despite the virus. Here are ten ways to stay healthy.
Living with HIV means staying healthy despite the virus. Here are ten ways to stay healthy.
Biaxin
Biaxin is an antibiotic used to treat several different infections. Also known as clarithromycin, biaxin is commonly used in HIV. Here is a Biaxin fact sheet.
Biaxin is an antibiotic used to treat several different infections. Also known as clarithromycin, biaxin is commonly used in HIV. Here is a Biaxin fact sheet.
Proper Handwashing
While hand washing sounds simple, it must be done correctly to be an effective hygiene tool. Hand washing the proper way can stop the spread of infections such as colds and the flu. Here is the step-by-step guide to proper hand washing.
While hand washing sounds simple, it must be done correctly to be an effective hygiene tool. Hand washing the proper way can stop the spread of infections such as colds and the flu. Here is the step-by-step guide to proper hand washing.
When to go to the ER
When HIV symptoms strike, the question is when should I go to the emergency room. AIDS symptoms and HIV symptoms can be serious enough to go the emergency. But when?
When HIV symptoms strike, the question is when should I go to the emergency room. AIDS symptoms and HIV symptoms can be serious enough to go the emergency. But when?
HIV Disclosure
After an HIV diagnosis, the most difficult thing you may ever have to do is tell someone you have HIV. Being HIV+ will be difficult but having support will make it easier. The first step to getting the support you need is telling someone you are HIV positive.
After an HIV diagnosis, the most difficult thing you may ever have to do is tell someone you have HIV. Being HIV+ will be difficult but having support will make it easier. The first step to getting the support you need is telling someone you are HIV positive.