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Sex and Sexuality for People with HIV

WEBThe most sensitive areas where these fluids are risky are in the vagina or anus and rectum (ass). The protective tissue there is thin, and is easily torn, which …

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Common types of illnesses associated with HIV

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FAQ: Risk of sex with another HIV-positive person

WEBFor a person with HIV who is taking antiretroviral medicine and has an undetectable viral load, the risk of infecting someone else (or becoming re-infected) …

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FAQ: Can a mixed HIV status couple conceive a baby …

WEBOptions include: The man with HIV takes anti-HIV drugs and has an undetectable viral load; this minimizes the risk of infecting his partner. The couple then …

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FAQ: What does U equals U mean

WEBU=U means "Undetectable = Untransmittable," indicating that if a person with HIV is on HIV meds (antiretroviral therapy, or ART) with a consistently undetectable HIV …

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Understanding HIV laboratory tests

WEBLaboratory tests can help keep tabs on your health. Some of these tests will be done soon after you learn you are HIV positive. Then depending on your immune …

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CD4 count (or T-cell test)

WEBCD4 cells (also known as CD4+ T cells) are white blood cells that fight infection. CD4 cell count is an indicator of immune function in patients living with HIV …

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Integrated Mental Health Care

WEBIntegrating mental health services into HIV clinical care settings can take many forms. Ojikutu et al. (2014) have emphasized the following aspects for successful …

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FAQ: Can you get HIV through oral sex

WEBBut, in general, becoming infected with HIV by receiving oral sex is probably a very rare occurrence. The risk of getting HIV through giving oral sex (that is, your mouth …

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VA Policies and Reports on HIV

WEBDirectives. National HIV Program. Veterans Health Administration, Directive 1304; August 15, 2019. Providing Health Care for Transgender and Intersex Veterans. LGBT Health …

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