Infectious Diseases - 5 Answers
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1 :
Sorry to say, but it can take many years, up to 10
2 :
Yeah, I agree with the other person up there. You're first infected with HIV [always. no question. =_=], which is when your immune system totally collapses. Since your immune system is practically useless after that, ANY kind of sickness you contract thereafter is considered fatal, because you have no immune system to counteract it. Yup, that's AIDS - even if you get something as simple as a cold, you can die from it. So really, it's only a matter of time. You can't say how long it's going to be - sorry about that ><
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I worked in an AIDS/HIV facility. Many of my clients had it for 20 yrs. By that time they looked like death warmed over. Very tragic to see these once beautiful faces all sunken and wasting away. What a horrible disease.
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usually after infection it can take 3-6 months before HIV antibodies will show up on a serology blood test. As for symptoms, you may have HIV for years and not know it. If HIV turns into full blown AIDS then there are many symptoms. A person with HIV doesnt necessarily end up with AIDS or can live with HIV for a long time before it can turn into AIDS. If you think you are at risk, request a HIV serology (blood) test 3 months after you think you were infected and then 6 months from initial supposed infection. HIV is extremely hard to contract just too put your mind at ease. If HIV is caught early it can be managed and you can live a normal life within reason and limits (obviously dont share drugs, share razors or have unprotected sex) I have also worked with HIV/AIDS patients. It breaks your heart. You also must realise that there is alot of misunderstandings about the disease. It is not necessarily a death sentence in the 21st century. In the 80's it was, but not now! hope that answered your question.
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it is very hard to tell how long it will take. with every person it is different. i myself have been HIV PPS. for twenty years. my late wife passed away twelve years ago. my viral load is below 50. my CD4 is 787. i believe stay fit . talk to your doctor about any concerns.
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