If your not approved for Ryan White assistance how can you afford your meds at $4800 a month . I know the pharmacist say a good Rx card but? Humm

When I was diagnosed with AIDS last year (July '17) I weighed 150 lbs. Since then I have gained almost 50 lbs. I watched a video on Poz.com about lipodystrophy and I'm wondering if that is what is happening with me.

I have other health issues which keeps me from serious exercise but I do walk 6-10 miles a day for several months and still have not been able to lose more than 6 lbs. I have even improved my diet to add more protein and cut down on carbs and sugars.

Shortly after I began seeing… read more

Sometimes HIV and its medications wear on us.
Whether it be weight, arthritis or other ailments like facial wasting , it can take its toll.....🙄
Has HIV affected your looks?

Medical Reviewer: Dan Brennan, MD
Medically Reviewed on 10/4/2021
Importance of nutrition
A proper, nutritious diet is essential for anyone hoping to maintain good health. When you eat, your body uses those nutrients to fight off infections. People who live with HIV struggle against a virus that weakens their immune system. Getting the right amount of nutrients daily can help those living with HIV avoid health complications and ease issues brought on by HIV-related treatments.

While there's no… read more

I've been HIV+ for 24 years, on meds for 20 years, always undetectable, but in the last year my weight has dropped to 61 kgs, which is rather low for a male of 5' 10 1/2". I have no fat on me at all, which I like, but my rib cage has begun to show, and that's not pleasant!

I have a very healthy diet and I'm physically active, so to me the most obvious solution is to start eating things like cake and ice-cream regularly, which I don't normally do, but I've been googling the problem and found… read more

So, I ask this because it lets us all know about other medications available and reviews on them. I understand everyone is different and side effects may vary, but I'm asking specifically about your experience with the medication. Thank you for sharing/responding and have a blessed day.

P.S. - Does anyone know if there any HIV medications that have weight loss as a side effect?!

1. What HIV medication do you take
2. How do you like it/ How well does it work?
3. Side Effects?
4. Would you… read more

What recommendations can you give others who are suffering from fat Lipodystrophy and/ or weight loss?

I've been on Biktarvy for a couple of years and have experienced weight gain. A friend told me to talk to my doctor and make the switch to Dovato as it's a much better HIV drug and has less issues with weight gain.

Are there any medications that don't seem to put on weight? My understanding is they affect the hormone imbalance and make you hungry. Currently, I'm on Biktarvy which is great and has no other side effects.