Pls wat are d symptoms one get before he contacts HIV? Pls someone tell me.I checked my status it negative a month ago after I had an STD.pls I jus wona b sure am cleared .

Many people with HIV may not look or feel sick. They may not even know that they have HIV. In fact, most people who have been recently infected with HIV show no signs or symptomsof HIV.Symptoms that happen during the early stage of HIV infection are similar to symptoms of other illnesses. So it is easy to mistake HIV symptoms for symptoms of the flu or even a cold that lasts for a few weeks. This early stage of HIV infection is sometimes called HIV syndrome.Symptoms can include:FeverHeadacheFeeling very tiredSwollen lymph glandsSore throatSkin rashMany infections that are not HIV can cause similar symptoms, including:Mononucleosis (mono)Other sexually transmitted infections (STIs)Viral hepatitisOther HIV-related infections

You may need to be regularly tested

HIV can be diagnosed by tests that find out if antibodies to HIV are present in the body. There are oral tests available, as well as blood and urine tests. HIV tests are often performed in a health clinic or healthcare provider's office. At-home tests are also available. Be sure to talk with your healthcare provider about follow-up testing.

Symptom checker

If there is a chance that you have been exposed to HIV, it is important to be tested.

Symptoms are not a reliable way to diagnose HIV infection. Testing is the only way to be certain of your HIV status.

Most people who have been recently infected with HIV do not have any signs or symptoms. If there is a chance that you have been exposed to HIV, it is important to be tested. If you find out that you are HIV negative, you can do things to protect yourself. If you find out that you are HIV positive, you can do things to protect others. You can also talk with your healthcare provider about HIV treatment to help control the virus and help keep your immune system strong.

As HIV advances, the symptoms can worsen

Over time, more severe symptoms may appear and get worse.
Left untreated, HIV will usually turn into AIDS in about 10 years.
By the time AIDS develops, the immune system has been badly damaged.

Also, illnesses that would not bother a person with a healthy immune system may happen.

These are called opportunistic diseases.

The signs and symptoms of some of these AIDS-related illnesses may include:

Swollen lymph glands
Diarrhea that is frequent or ongoing
Frequent high fevers (over 100°F)
Shaking chillsSoaking night sweats
Cough
Shortness of breath
Unplanned or rapid weight loss
Feeling very tired
White spots or sores on your tongue or in your mouth that do not go away
Headaches
Blurred and distorted vision
Skin rashes or bumps

Left untreated, HIV will weaken your immune system and may affect other vital organs and systems. HIV treatment may help reduce the risk of damage to your immune system and vital organs by reducing HIV-related inflammation.«

HIV BASICS

can the HIV symptoms persist for more than 4months?

Yes HIV positive status can last many years 8 -12 years before becoming full blown AIDS and if detection and treatment begins early AIDS may never lead to premature death. I applaud your modesty in asking questions.

skypopson:
Yes.you can get it done @ UITH & ur result will be strictly confidential

Thanks for that. But I'm still scared.
I would go next week.

Kizmarty: Did u peeps not hear about d 'ciclopirox cure' Plz hw true is this...and is that 'ciclopirox' common in Nigeria

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Sounds too good to be true!

A cure for HIV?

AnOlderAmerican: A cure for HIV?

wht do u think

Hw effective could dat b nd do u think it cn b applied..cus its a skin creme(as i was made to bliv)

Exactly. The virus particles were likely directly exposed to ciclopirox in some sort of solution or on a petri dish. This doesn't easily translate to a medicine that can be administered effectively.
You have to take into consideration things like minimal inhibitory concentration (MIC), which is the minimal concentration of the drug that inhibits viral growth/replication. How will you achieve this concentration in the body in the places where the virus resides? Are those concentrations safe for humans? Drugs, and the vectors that carry them, have tons of random side effects. Will it be toxic? How will we deliver it to the body? Injection (will it irritate the skin? Do people have reactions to the vector carrying the drug? How will it get from the local injection site to the rest is the body?), orally (need to compound the drug to be able to survive the stomach acids, the small intestine's bile, and be able to be effectively absorbed through the gut and pass through the liver prior to entering the bloodstream, and each step is complicated, not to mention what effects the MIC will have on the gut's normally-present flora), inhalation (how will it affect the lungs?), or infusion (can this drug and its vector directly enter circulation without causing some sort of hypersensitivity reaction or affecting the cardiovascular system)? Going from petri dish to humans is a BIG step.
Oral ciclopirox was recently given in a small cancer trial, and it did seem to have some significant side effects at that dosage.
I just hope news like this helps to accelerate research by the big drug companies which, unfortunately at times, are often essential in terms of monetary support for these labs.

I been living with the virus for some time am doing well and living healthy. It’s easy for people who are negative to say all manner of things. They don’t know what you go through every day.
If you were recently diagnosed with HIV, chances are you're in the grip of some pretty strong emotions. Denial, Anger, Despair, Grief.
That's perfectly normal. It may take you some time to work through those negative feelings. That's perfectly normal, too. But make sure you don't stay in the grip of negative emotions forever.
HIV today is not a death sentence. It is a chronic, manageable disease. Although you are going to have to take care of your HIV for the rest of your life, it probably is not going to kill you. Nobody lives forever, of course. But most people living with HIV today will probably die of something else.
So does it make sense to go through life with your head down, always expecting the worst? No! You have one life to live, just like everybody else. And the only thing that makes sense is to live it to the fullest!
Here are some suggestions:
1. Get the virus under control.
If you are HIV-positive, the first step in living life to the fullest is to get the virus under control. This is not a do-it-yourself project! You need the help of an experienced HIV doctor. Not just any doctor will do. HIV treatment is very complex and it changes all the time. Make sure your doctor is an HIV specialist.
Go to a General hospital and get registered. Your CD4 count and viral load checked. If you are lucky your CD4 count is high you won’t be placed on ARV, you will be advice to live a healthy life and eat well. But if your CD4 count is low you will be placed on ARV. This is where the challenge is.
Staying healthy when you're HIV positive is about so much more than taking antiretrovirals. Yes, HIV medications are the most important part of the equation for most people. However, they're not the whole story: For instance, ensuring that your body maintains optimal levels of key nutrients can be critical in maintaining your health.
Much of the time, people with HIV can maintain good nutrient levels simply through a balanced diet, regular exercise and a healthy overall approach to the way they take care of their body. But it's not always easy to do this -- and sometimes, no matter how hard you try, it's still not enough to ensure that you get all the nutrients you need. For now we will limit our discussion on the general things we need to do. Subsequently will be talking about the daily nutritional requirement for the body.
If you're newly infected, you may not need to take HIV medicines for a while. But you need a doctor anyway, to monitor your viral load and T-cell count. Even though you may be feeling fine, you should have your viral load tested every 3-4 months, and your T-cell count measured every 3-6.
Unless you are one of the lucky few, eventually you will need to go on medications. When you do start taking the drugs, make sure you take them faithfully! Today's HIV medicines are much easier to take and much more tolerable than the medications available just a few years ago. Many people can control their HIV with just one pill that they take just once a day. But no pill works unless you take it! And missing doses of HIV medication can result in drug resistance. So be sure to take your meds on time, every time. When it comes to HIV medications, you can't afford to miss a dose.
2. Make up your mind who you're going to tell and who you're not going to tell. And then, move on.
Everybody with HIV has to make up his or her own mind about who they are going to tell they have the disease. Some don't tell anybody. Some tell only their family and closest friends. Some tell everyone.
The right choice for you is the choice that feels right for you. Yes, HIV still has a tremendous stigma. If you disclose your HIV status, some people will shun you for it. You might even put your job in jeopardy.
The only people you absolutely must tell are those you plan to have sex with. Beyond that, you have a right to medical privacy. It's the law.
So make up your mind-and then make up your mind to be happy with your decision.
If you decide not to disclose, fine! Don't tell anybody, and if anybody asks, say "Hell, no!" Say it like you mean it-and don't lose any sleep over it. Nobody has any business asking in the first place.
On the other hand, if you decide to tell everyone, then tell them, and let the chips fall where they may.
Telling just a few people is the hardest option. (Once you've told one person, you can never be sure who they will tell.)
It's your choice. Make the choice, and move on. In any case, HIV shouldn't define who you are! It is a part of who you are-but it's not the whole package by any means.
3. Find something you want to do, and go after it.
One of the greatest pleasures of human life is setting yourself a worthwhile goal, and then going after it.
Setting yourself a goal is something only you can do for yourself. Do you want to start a business? Help people less fortunate than yourself? Go back to school and get your degree? Only you know your own true heart's desire. Only you really know what "living life to the fullest" means to you.
Your goal may be HIV-oriented. Many people with HIV find helping others with HIV tremendously empowering. Or, your goal may not have anything to do with HIV at all.
Set yourself a goal, and try to do something every day that moves you a little bit closer to making it a reality. There's nothing better than having a sense of purpose-knowing exactly what you want to do, and moving in that direction!
4. Get some exercise!
One of the most powerful things you can do for your own health and general well-being is to get regular exercise. What can exercise do for you? To start with, it can lower your risk of virtually every kind of disease you can mention. Here’s just a partial list of what exercise can protect you from: heart attack, stroke, hypertension (high blood pressure), diabetes, obesity, depression, dementia, osteoporosis, gallstones, diverticulitis, falls, erectile dysfunction, peripheral vascular disease, and twelve different kinds of cancer.
And, exercise is the best known remedy for lipodystrophy, a maldistribution of body fat that sometimes affects people with HIV. It used to be that doctors were afraid to let heart patient’s exercise. Now they know better. Exercise is essential for everybody. Today, heart attack patients are in bed barely half a day before their doctors have them up and moving around.
On top of everything else, exercise releases hormones called "endorphins" that make you feel good and increase your sense of well-being.
What kind of exercise should you do? Ideally, a combination of aerobic exercise, like walking, jogging or bicycling, resistance exercise or weight training, and stretching.
Does exercise have to be a chore? Absolutely not! Sports are supposed to be fun! Find a sport or activity you enjoy, and do that! It doesn't matter if it's shooting hoops, throwing a Frisbee or dancing. The more you enjoy your chosen activity, the more likely you'll keep doing it!
5. Look after your heart.
Don't let heart problems stop you from living life to the fullest. If you're on HIV meds-especially if you're on a regimen that includes a Protease Inhibitor-ask your doctor for a complete cholesterol check, which is also called a "lipid panel." Some HIV medications can raise your LDL ("bad cholesterol" levels along with your triglycerides-another fatty substance in the blood which can contribute to heart disease. If your cholesterol and triglycerides are high, your doctor may prescribe a class of drug called "statins" to help bring them down. In any case, you can help keep your cholesterol under control by learning about nutrition and eating a diet that is low in saturated fats and high in fiber. Exercise also helps keep your cholesterol levels under control.
6. Keep your bones strong.
A recent study showed that people living with HIV are more likely to get osteoporosis (brittle bones) than those who are HIV-negative. So make sure you get plenty of exercise, which strengthens bones, as well as plenty of calcium and vitamin D.
Your skin makes vitamin D naturally when exposed to the sun, but most people don't get enough sun exposure to meet their needs. Similarly, calcium is available in dairy products, but many people don't get enough. You might want to consider a calcium and vitamin D supplement to make sure you're getting what you need.
7. Eat healthy food.
Good nutrition is important for anyone who wants to live life to the fullest. But what exactly does "good nutrition" mean?
WHY IS NUTRITION IMPORTANT?
Good nutrition means eating the right kinds and amounts of food. Good nutrition can be a problem for many people with HIV. In order to fight infection, the body uses energy and nutrients from food at an increased rate.
It means eating more foods that are rich in vitamins, minerals and fiber-like fresh fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. And it means eating less food that are high in calories but nutritionally empty-like sugary soft drinks, donuts and candy. And still fewer foods that can clog your arteries, like saturated fats.
Of course, we all know that broccoli is good for you and potato chips are not. But, if you really want to live life to the fullest, you need more nutrition information than that-and you need to act on it.
You may find it worth your while to consult with a nutritionist or dietitian-especially one who specializes in working with people with HIV.
NUTRITION GUIDELINES FOR PEOPLE WITH HIV
First, eat more often. Try to eat 4-6 times per day instead of 2-3 times per day. This will help prevent muscle loss. Extra muscle weight will help you fight HIV. This is very important. Many people want to lose weight, but for people with HIV, it can be dangerous.
Make sure you eat plenty of meat, fruits, and vegetables.
 Meat (protein) helps build and maintain your muscles. Chicken, pork, beef, fish, eggs, and dairy are the best foods to eat for muscle maintenance.
 Fruits & Vegetables & Whole Grains (carbohydrates) give you energy and antioxidants. These are “power” foods that will help you fight infections. Every meal should contain fruits and vegetables.
 Nuts & oils (fats) provide energy for low-intensity exercise and normal body functions. You need some — but not too much.
A moderate exercise program will help your body turn your food into muscle. Within 15 minutes after exercise, eat a small meal or snack with meat, fruits, and veggies or drink a glass of chocolate milk. Take it easy, and work exercise into your daily activities.
Drinking enough liquids is very important when you have HIV. Extra water can reduce the side effects of medications. It can help you avoid a dry mouth and constipation. Remember that drinking tea, coffee, colas, chocolate, or alcohol can actually make you lose body liquid. The best way to know if you’re getting enough water is to monitor the color of your urine. Light-yellow is ideal.
8. Positive Prevention
Prevention isn’t just about protecting your partner from getting HIV; it’s about protecting yourself from other harmful infections. The risk of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) is serious for people living with HIV. Whether you are in a steady relationship or not, you still need to be concerned about preventing HIV and other STD infections for both you and your partner. HIV can be transmitted by any type of sexual contact (rectal, vaginal or oral), by blood-to-blood contact (most often by shooting drugs and sharing needles) or by a woman to her unborn or newborn baby prenatally or through breastfeeding. HIV is not transmitted through any type of causal contact, by insects or by animals.

Not all strains of HIV are alike. An HIV-positive person can infect a positive partner with a new strain of HIV–different than the strain that the partner already has. HIV strains can also mutate into forms that may be resistant to medication. Take care of yourself—you can help stop the
Knowledge is your best defense. Keep up-to-date on the latest information about HIV. Talk to your health care professional. You can also obtain information on the web, but be careful!

9. Keep your chin up!
One of the greatest risks you face as a person living with HIV is depression. Don't let it get you!
Support groups can keep you from feeling all alone. Exercise is also a highly effective anti-depressant.
Even if you're not depressed, you need to make sure you keep your eye on the prize. When was the last time you read a motivational book, or watched a really inspiring movie? Everybody needs a little mental "pick-me-up" now and then. Read up on the subject of "positive thinking"-widely-known positive thinking techniques like visualization and affirmation can absolutely help you live life to the fullest.
One of the keys to being happy is simply deciding to be happy. You can be happy-blissfully happy-regardless of what is going on around you.
So don't let your HIV hold you back or get you down. Make up your mind to live life to the fullest! Take care of your virus, your body and your mind and you can live a long, full, fantastic life with HIV!
Being HIV+ is not the end of it all. There are many HIV+ people who live exciting lives and make the most out each and every day. And you can begin exploring your treatment options. Don't give up on life just yet, there are people who care and can give you help and support.

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That was a really nice write-up from tuchee77.thumbs up bruv!
@op,nice initiative too.quite impressive how people are getting more informed about the virus.I've been living with it for the past 7years now.on arv and doing very fine.it will be the last thing u can ever think of me when u see me.thanks 2 arv and living a healthy life.my advice for newbies is that you should accept your fate as soon as possible and move on.I know its quite difficult to do that at the early stage,but the earlier u do the better.keep to tab with ur cd4,know if u are supposed 2 be on arv or just septrin.and if u are on arv,use it religiously.eat well,and when I mean well I don't mean eating beyond what u can take.eat good balanced diet,take clean water,stay away from mosquitoes and alcohol(for some I know its hard but quite helpful).most of all,live a positive life.don't let it stop u from achieving ur life goals.u can get to where u want irrespective of ur status.and lastly,always put God first .

omo harry: What! did you just say people prefer cancer to HIV? That is a waoo!Cancer caught at an early stage and cured, i will say yes. Nobody prays for any sickness of any kind but just ask people who have cancer and undergoing treatment, you will see what they are going through.The experience of the the CHEMO and other treatment used, is not what you would wish your enemy to go through.What I understand is that HIV is highly stigmatized because society quickly assumes that everyone who contact it must have had it through sex or a reckless lifestyle.That is not so true. Society will only sympatize with a cancer patient than someone that has HIV, that is why you would say you believe someone would prefer having CANCER than HIV. However, nobody prays any of these sickness. But If i were left with no choice of choosing between HIV AND CANCER I would rather stick to HIV ; maintain healthy live style and still live a normal life like every other .

i am a nigerian medical doctor practicing in nigeria for the past 3years, ive never seen any cancer being cured in practice. they all usually die after chemo radio etc. on paper they say choriocarcinoma and some lymphomas are curable when caught early but all the ones ive seen died!

Pzone: i am a nigerian medical doctor practicing in nigeria for the past 3years, ive never seen any cancer being cured in practice. they all usually die after chemo radio etc. on paper they say choriocarcinoma and some lymphomas are curable when caught early but all the ones ive seen died!

This is alarming coming from a doctor. There is technically no cure for cancer because after it strikes once there is a chance of it coming back. To say though that every single one of your cancer patients have died even with early detection in the last three years is really a lack of care for the patients. People live decades after cancer if caught early and properly treated. Some cancers are obviously tougher to find early and some are just more aggressive but I would be skeptical of a Doctor who says that every patient he has treated in the last three years has died even with stage 1 detection. Maybe you meant to write something else because I am seriously concerned . Are you an Oncologist?

soul_glo:


This is alarming coming from a doctor. There is technically no cure for cancer because after it strikes once there is a chance of it coming back. To say though that every single one of your cancer patients have died even with early detection in the last three years is really a lack of care for the patients. People live decades after cancer if caught early and properly treated. Some cancers are obviously tougher to find early and some are just more aggressive but I would be skeptical of a Doctor who says that every patient he has treated in the last three years has died even with stage 1 detection. Maybe you meant to write something else because I am seriously concerned . Are you an Oncologist?

I think
you got him wrong, he never said his cancer patients...he was only talking generally abt cancer patients

Heartie01: I think
you got him wrong, he never said his cancer patients...he was only talking generally abt cancer patients

Point?

http://www.thebody.com/content/71280/when-did-you-start-hiv-meds-stories-spanning-sever.html?getPage=2


I found this. It shows people spanning several decades living positive and thriving. Hope it helps someone

clnzo: Pls wat are d symptoms one get before he contacts HIV? Pls someone tell me.I checked my status it negative a month ago after I had an STD.pls I jus wona b sure am cleared .

Hello Clnzo, people don't always get symptoms on contracting HIV infection. But if they do, it can include prolonged coughs, colds, sore throat and body Rash.... You are doing the right thing by getting a HIV test after a sexual infection. My adv to you would be to repeat a HIV test 3 months after your last sexual contact, if that's ok. Then you are ok. I am a Dr specialising in sexual Health and HIV medicine. If you want to ask anything else you feel free.

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Its not a cure simple. There could be prospects though

soul_glo:


This is alarming coming from a doctor. There is technically no cure for cancer because after it strikes once there is a chance of it coming back. To say though that every single one of your cancer patients have died even with early detection in the last three years is really a lack of care for the patients. People live decades after cancer if caught early and properly treated. Some cancers are obviously tougher to find early and some are just more aggressive but I would be skeptical of a Doctor who says that every patient he has treated in the last three years has died even with stage 1 detection. Maybe you meant to write something else because I am seriously concerned . Are you an Oncologist?

I think it was the word cure that triggered his response. That perhaps why remission, and not 'cure', is commonly used when cancer is involved.

But of course, early stage pre-metastatic tumours usually have good prognosis. That's the whole idea for regular mammograms, cervical smears, etc

The limiting factors, especially in our clime, could be the cost of the interventions (drugs, chemo, radio - where available) which are usually on the high side and the quality of care.

hopeINhell:

Hello Clnzo, people don't always get symptoms on contracting HIV infection. But if they do, it can include prolonged coughs, colds, sore throat and body Rash.... You are doing the right thing by getting a HIV test after a sexual infection. My adv to you would be to repeat a HIV test 3 months after your last sexual contact, if that's ok. Then you are ok. I am a Dr specialising in sexual Health and HIV medicine. If you want to ask anything else you feel free.

the 3 month window period doesn't always apply. I personally would recommend at least six months after exposure for confirmation of serostatus.

plendil:

the 3 month window period doesn't always apply. I personally would recommend at least six months after exposure for confirmation of serostatus.

This does depend on how old the type of test you are using, the current guidelines for 3rd / 4th generation HIV test, 3 months is perfectly acceptable. Obviously you can never have too many HIV test. There are other infections that might need longer test time like if you have been a contact of Hepatitis C. So if in doubt have a test. I hope this helps.

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hopeINhell:

This does depend on how old the type of test you are using, the current guidelines for 3rd / 4th generation HIV test, 3 months is perfectly acceptable. Obviously you can never have too many HIV test. There are other infections that might need longer test time like if you have been a contact of Hepatitis C. So if in doubt have a test. I hope this helps.

Well, it partially helps. . .but I need to make some emphasis:

Current guideline uses the serial testing algorithm which deploys Determine for screening, unigold for confirmation and statpak for tie breaker, so I'm not sure what you mean by 3rd/4th generation test.

Moreover the point I was trying to make has nothing to with the type of test used, but the rate of seroconversion. Unless one uses the antigen/PCR methods that directly test for the presence of viral antigen/RNA, the rapid test methods described above depends on the presence of antibodies to the virus and gives room for occasional false negatives especially if one rigidly stands by the 3 months interval.

I do concede that about 95% of infected persons will develop antibodies - and so test positive - within the 3 month window, but we have documented evidence of window periods extending well over 3months, some close to a year.

Individual host factors have been identified that could predispose certain people to such instances. That is why I would insist clients retake the test at 6months after exposure.


BTW this is not info I gleaned from the internet; I'm speaking as a medical practitioner with over 5 years experience in HIV medicine and currently involved in HIV research and training - so i have a pretty good idea of what I'm talking about.

plendil:

Well, it partially helps. . .but I need to make some emphasis:

Current guideline uses the serial testing algorithm which deploys Determine for screening, unigold for confirmation and statpak for tie breaker, so I'm not sure what you mean by 3rd/4th generation test.

Moreover the point I was trying to make has nothing to with the type of test used, but the rate of seroconversion. Unless one uses the antigen/PCR methods that directly test for the presence of viral antigen/RNA, the rapid test methods described above depends on the presence of antibodies to the virus and gives room for occasional false negatives especially if one rigidly stands by the 3 months interval.

I do concede that about 95% of infected persons will develop antibodies - and so test positive - within the 3 month window, but we have documented evidence of window periods extending well over 3months, some close to a year.

Individual host factors have been identified that could predispose certain people to such instances. That is why I would insist clients retake the test at 6months after exposure.


BTW this is not info I gleaned from the internet; I'm speaking as a medical practitioner with over 5 years experience in HIV medicine and currently involved in HIV research and training - so i have a pretty good idea of what I'm talking about.

Thank you. I am also a medical practitioner working in the field but admittedly not up to 5 years as your self. My point was coming from the evidence based medicine and what our current guidelines that we use are based on. The 4th generation I meant HIV antibody and p24 antigen. Yes like you said there can be extremes of evidence, so we would always recommend in a mutual monogamous relationship both partners to be tested at baseline (window period in mind) and if frequent partner change (or unsure) patients to have test frequently (3 - 6 monthly). Thank you for your contributions though

hopeINhell:

Thank you. I am also a medical practitioner working in the field but admittedly not up to 5 years as your self. My point was coming from the evidence based medicine and what our current guidelines that we use are based on. The 4th generation I meant HIV antibody and p24 antigen. Yes like you said there can be extremes of evidence, so we would always recommend in a mutual monogamous relationship both partners to be tested at baseline (window period in mind) and if frequent partner change (or unsure) patients to have test frequently (3 - 6 monthly). Thank you for your contributions though

You're most welcome

BTW your handle 'hopeinhell' is very . .er . .intriguing (!!!)

@shollyray
Good day house, am sorry for not have replied any of your messages earlier. As the saying goes the harvest is big but the labourer are few.
Been bit busy going to general hospitals to educate people that dont have the previledge we have on the internet. I posted list of general hospitals in lagos where you can get tested and commence medication. i regret not knowing my status on time? if i had known on time i wont be on medication . please for those that are scared please its better you know and start to fight for your life.i have replied some of your emails and you can join us on facebook with this link.
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Thank you all may God bless you with long life. i hope to read some of your emails and please bring the questions.

WARNING!!!!!!!

Be careful of anyone that claims they have cure for hiv. please please please............

shollyray thank you so much. May God crown all your effort. am so grateful for your appreciation