I URGENTLY NEED A SUBSTITUTE FOR "JUVEN"...I have had HIV since the 1980's I also have myotonic muscular dystrophy, which is genetic in origin In any event, these two conditions attack my muscles with a vengeance...reactions2repliesDiet & NutritionSymptomsTreatment
Do you drink alcohol? If so, how do you feel the next day?...Over the last year, I have only had alcohol on a few occasions. Every time I have had two or more drinks, I have spent the entire weekend feeling horrible...reactions3repliesDiet & Nutrition
Resources for Veterans, LGBTQ+ People, and Other Special Groups...Coping with a chronic health condition can be challenging for you, your family, and your caregivers. You rely on your healthcare team to manage your condition. However, there are other...
You Aren't Alone...I want to express how important it is to spend time with family and friends. There was a moment in my life after my diagnosis when I felt alone. I...reactions5comments
The Connection Between Lipodystrophy and HIV...Lipodystrophy is a side effect of some drugs used to treat people living with HIV. These drugs are older medicines that are rarely used in the United States today. Lipodystrophy...reactions4comments
Paranoid and stressed...Hi. My name is Jane,25 years. I engaged in condomless sex with a guy on 23 Oct. (We were drunk but he assured me he is safe) To be on...reactions3comments
Unprotected sex and symtoms...Stress is killing me, is my dry mouth a hiv / herpes sign? Hey, I had an unprotected vaginal sex with someone who I don't know her hiv status.. big...reactions2repliesDiagnosisSymptoms
Afraid of being infected...Dear, I (male) had two massages on my vacation which ended with a happy end via hands. Both times I got a very brief oral sex from them. It was...reactions2repliesTransmission
Christmas and Depression...As the cold front moved in, I began to feel the desire to decorate the Christmas tree. This is highly unusual for me. Last year I only decorated the Christmas...reactions8comments
Forever Thankful...This time of year, I am always so thankful for what I have in life. There are so many times in my life that I have taken things for granted...reactions3comments
Having a HIV test, please pray for me....Honestly am scared, my country is not the most cheerful when HIV comes to the table. Let's say that here this is still a "Gay promiscuity issue" for most of...reactions7repliesStigmaMental Health
Does reuse of condoms increase the risk of HIV transmission?...16 weeks ago I had sex with a prostitute, during sex I took off the condom to urinate and continued to use it. I don't remember if I put it...reactions2repliesDepressionSymptomsTesting
Minutes with Jah: Big Things and New Aspirations...Mental health check-in! It has been some time since I've done a mental health check-in with you all. So I wanted to give you an update on where I am...reactions3comments
My Tips on Surviving the Holidays and Living With HIV...It doesn't take a lot for me to get excited about the holidays. I always love the feeling in the air with the festive decorations, delicious food, and holiday music...reactions2comments
Blood kiss...Hi all , Before i knew i had hiv, i had a bleeding scratch on my finger. My little cousin who was sitting next to me saw this and as...reactions2replies
7 Tips for Attending In-Person Events Safely...The combination of winter months, holidays, and an ongoing pandemic can create challenges for those living with HIV who are susceptible to illnesses that threaten their immune system. Patient leaders...reactions2comments
Minutes with Jah: USCHA and Medical Mistrust...A recently attended the NMAC United States Conference on HIV and AIDS in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and I had a blast. While at the conference, I sat on a...reactions2comments
Tricked into sex with HIV+...I recently had incentive anal with an HIV+ male. He assured me he was clean, tested and on prep. He showed me pills which gave me confidence. We only had...reactions5repliesDiagnosis
For Me, for You, for Our Community: World AIDS Day...Each year, on December 1st, I celebrate World AIDS Day alongside my community. This day is one that I cherish every year because it raises awareness and sparks conversations across...reactions1comment
I take my aging just as it comes!...I am a long-time HIV survivor diagnosed in 1997. I fell ill in 2006 with CD4 3, people said it was a miracle that I survived. Mind you, this happened...reactions15comments
