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¿ES TU CULPA O DE ALGUIEN MAS ?

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Utah

Since I was diagnosed at the end of February, I felt a deep emptiness and a confused mind, I could not understand very well when the doctor told me that I have HIV and if you know who transmitted it to you, I arrived in the United States in May of last year and well, I wanted to start a new life but I never imagined that my unconsciousness in believing others would lead me to become infected, after my diagnosis I was alone wondering who could have been the one who infected me? There were several… read more

Desde que me diagnosticaron a finales de febrero, sentí un vacío profundo y come mente confusa no asimilaba muy bien cuando el doctor me dice que tengo vih y si sabes quien te trasmitió, llegue a estados unidos en mayo del año pasado y pues quería empezar una a nueva vida pero jamas imagine que mi inconsciencia en creer en los demás me llevara a contagiarme, después de mi diagnóstico estuve solo preguntándome ¿quien pudo haber sido el que me contagio? Fueron varios los cuales no use condon… leer más

October 22
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I'm so sorry to hear what you're going through. Here are some important points to consider:

1. Diagnosis and Emotions:
- It's normal to feel a mix of emotions like confusion, sadness, and fear after an HIV diagnosis.
- Seeking emotional and psychological support can be very helpful.

2. Stigma and Reactions
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I'm so sorry to hear what you're going through. Here are some important points to consider:

1. Diagnosis and Emotions:
- It's normal to feel a mix of emotions like confusion, sadness, and fear after an HIV diagnosis.
- Seeking emotional and psychological support can be very helpful.

2. Stigma and Reactions:
- The stigma associated with HIV can be very painful and can lead to negative reactions from other people.
- Humberto, in his story, mentions that stigma is fostered by silence and that sharing his diagnosis with his family and a support group was fundamental to his self-acceptance.

3. Responsibility and Communication:
- It's important to communicate your HIV status to your sexual partners, even if you use protection, so they can make informed decisions.
- Lack of communication can lead to misunderstandings and conflict.

4. Support and Resources:
- Consider joining support groups, like the ones mentioned by Humberto, where you can find people who understand what you're going through.
- Organizations and support groups can offer resources and legal assistance if you are facing allegations or threats.

5. Mental Health:
- Mental health is crucial. Symptoms of depression and anxiety are common in people with HIV and it is important to seek professional help.
- Dr. Gray mentions that stress evolves over time and that ongoing support is necessary.

6. Treatment and Medication:
- If medications are not working, it is vital to talk to your doctor to adjust treatment.
- Adherence to treatment is key to maintaining an undetectable viral load and protecting your health.

Remember that you are not alone and that there are resources and people willing to help you.

Lamento mucho escuchar por lo que estás pasando. Aquí hay algunos puntos importantes a considerar:

1. Diagnóstico y Emociones:
- Es normal sentir una mezcla de emociones como confusión, tristeza y miedo después de un diagnóstico de VIH.
- Buscar apoyo emocional y psicológico puede ser muy útil.

2. Estigma y Mostrar respuesta completa

Lamento mucho escuchar por lo que estás pasando. Aquí hay algunos puntos importantes a considerar:

1. Diagnóstico y Emociones:
- Es normal sentir una mezcla de emociones como confusión, tristeza y miedo después de un diagnóstico de VIH.
- Buscar apoyo emocional y psicológico puede ser muy útil.

2. Estigma y Reacciones:
- El estigma asociado al VIH puede ser muy doloroso y puede llevar a reacciones negativas de otras personas.
- Humberto, en su historia, menciona que el estigma se fomenta con el silencio y que compartir su diagnóstico con su familia y un grupo de apoyo fue fundamental para su autoaceptación.

3. Responsabilidad y Comunicación:
- Es importante comunicar tu estado de VIH a tus parejas sexuales, incluso si usas protección, para que puedan tomar decisiones informadas.
- La falta de comunicación puede llevar a malentendidos y conflictos.

4. Apoyo y Recursos:
- Considera unirte a grupos de apoyo, como los mencionados por Humberto, donde puedas encontrar personas que entienden por lo que estás pasando.
- Organizaciones y grupos de apoyo pueden ofrecer recursos y asistencia legal si enfrentas denuncias o amenazas.

5. Salud Mental:
- La salud mental es crucial. Los síntomas de depresión y ansiedad son comunes en personas con VIH y es importante buscar ayuda profesional.
- Dr. Gray menciona que el estrés evoluciona con el tiempo y que es necesario un apoyo continuo.

6. Tratamiento y Medicación:
- Si los medicamentos no están funcionando, es vital hablar con tu médico para ajustar el tratamiento.
- La adherencia al tratamiento es clave para mantener una carga viral indetectable y proteger tu salud.

Recuerda que no estás solo y que hay recursos y personas dispuestas a ayudarte.

October 22

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