What If You're HIV Neg Again?
So the 2nd person to be cured / cleared of HIV made quite a headline...
If that person is you, what would be the first thing that you'd do, and why?
Yep I would too
Feeling Fragile
There are times in all our lives where we are in a situation and feel fragile. As if a change could pull the rug out from under you and you could lose the support people that you rely on. In other words, how do you deal with the feeling that you might hit the floor and shatter?
When I get to that point I asked our God to protect and give me directions in handling my situation
R U Willing 2 Consider Th@ There R Things U Can Do 2 Improve Ur Life But Don't Have The Confidence 2 Take Action? What Would Those Things B?
Sorry for the shorthand, but the number of characters required was over the limit. I hope everyone understands the question. If not, this section will allow for more characters.
The question is: Are you willing to consider that there are things you can do to improve your life but don't have the confidence to take action? What would those things be?
@A myHIVteam Member, sounds like awesome adventure, I love any form of water except the part being naturally allergic to fish.
What Are Your Top Tips For Dealing With HIV In The Heat?
I'm definitely a homebody! I hate having to get dressed to go anywhere! I hate having to get dressed period!
Relief?
Did anyone ever experience relief when they found out they were positive? Some folks have share in support groups that they were relieved to find out they were positive because they were always worried about it. Is this a unique feeling, or are they wrong for feeling the way they do?
Asking for some friends....
People can surprise you with kindness if you give them the chance ❤️ (or,... not). I think we have all experienced both.
What Are Your Hobbies When You Have Down Time?
Are there any special interests or hobbies that you do when you have some time on your hands?
I have a small pastry business that keep me busy especially between October 1st and end of the year. The rest of time I make enough to boost the SSAN $$ up a bit.
How Do You Deal With Memory Loss Or Someone That Is Suffering From Memory Loss / Dementia?
As we age, HIV takes a toll on every organ of our body. Studies have not been made but clinical trials of various patients with HIV have shown that the virus does affect the brain. How do you deal with realizing that you're forgetting or someone you love is forgetting.?
@A myHIVteam Member I am experiencing the same thing. Just turned 60 the end of August. Memory just not what it was... I find myself grasping for words that I can't get ahold of. It's more in the… read more
Do You Have Insomnia? Living With HIV Associated With A Fivefold Increase In The Risk Of Insomnia.
Here is an article on HIV and insomnia.
https://www.aidsmap.com/news/jan-2021/living-hi...
Living with HIV is indeed associated with a higher risk of insomnia. Many people with HIV experience sleep disturbances due to various factors, including side effects from antiretroviral therapy… read more
Itching
I have a question someone asked me to post for them; has anyone experienced constant (sometimes intense) anal itching due to HIV that isnt associated with STDs?
and to add to all that I ask if they where using wipes? If they are that could be the cause as well I use to use regular butt wipes and my ass itch something fierce. I swipes to Preparation H wipes… read more
Is Your Medical And Pharmacy Insurance Important To You When Choosing A New President?
Will your Medicaid, Medicare, Ryan White, ADAP or other private insurances.
and their premiums and coverage.. matter when selecting our next president?
Yes