If a person is infected with HIV/AIDS, then what precautions should be taken by him? If a person is infected with HIV/AIDS, there are several precautions they should take to protect their health and prevent the transmission of the virus to others. Here are some important precautions: Consistently take antiretroviral therapy (ART): ART is the […]
Garlic and HIV Garlic, known for its various health benefits, is essential for boosting one’s immunity and helps prevent diseases such as cancer, atherosclerosis, diabetes etc. As HIV tends to lower one’s immunity by attacking the T-cells, PLHIV (People living with HIV) often look for ways to boost their immunity and garlic seems to be […]
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Safe sex is very essential to maintain one’s sexual health as well as overall well-being. To be able to enjoy intimate acts without the stress of transmitting or contracting any sexually-transmitted disease is what comprises the concept of safe sex. What is Safe Sex? Safe sex is the practice of following certain precautions during a […]
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What is HIV? Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a virus that spreads through sexual contact. Over a period of 5 to 10 years, after infection and if left untreated, HIV progresses to AIDS. The HIV attacks the immune system of our body, by targeting the CD4+ immune cells, thus, resulting in immuno-deficiency i.e. lowered immunity […]
How Do I Know If I Have Syphilis? If you are sexually active, had unprotected exposure with one or multiple partners, and have unusual eruptions on the skin (mainly genitals), the chances of contracting Syphilis are high. A sexually transmitted disease (STD), Syphilis is a highly contagious infection caused by the bacteria Treponema pallidum, which […]
Living with HIV More than 2.14 million people in India are living with HIV. It’s different for everyone, but with treatment, many can expect to live a long life. If anyone tested HIV positive then the most important thing is to meet with the expert Doctor and go for the medications. Need to start antiretroviral […]
What is HIV? HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is an immunodeficiency virus that causes Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) and affects the immune system. It is a disease that, in most cases, affects young adults and children. Transmission of HIV can be of three types: Parenteral transmission Sexual transmission Vertical transmission Symptoms of HIV Initially, this condition […]