How do I live with HIV after being diagnosed at 23?

Question

Hello doctor,

I recently tested positive for HIV and am feeling overwhelmed. I am a 23-year-old student, and I worry about how this will impact my studies, relationships, and plans. Can you help me understand what to do next?

How do I stay healthy, and what steps should I take to avoid spreading it to others? I have heard about antiretroviral therapy, but do not know where to start. I am scared and unsure who to talk to about this.

Kindly help.

Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I read your query and understand your concern.

I just want to inform you that there is a very effective treatment for HIV (human immunodeficiency virus). Multiplication of the virus can be effectively controlled with just a regular intake of a single pill. This medicine is available free of cost in government-recognized antiretroviral treatment centers. Get yourself registered in one of such centers and start with the treatment as soon as possible.

Maintain 100% adherence to treatment, and this will not only make the virus undetectable in the blood but also prevent transmission and prevent the occurrence of many other opportunistic infections and morbidity associated with the virus.

I hope this helps.

Take care.