
HIV Support Group
HIV (also known as human immunodeficiency virus, and formerly known as HTLV-III and lymphadenopathy-associated virus) is a retrovirus that primarily infects vital components of the human immune system which can lead the syndrome known as AIDS. Many of the problems faced by people infected with HIV result from failure of the immune system to protect from opportunistic...

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Yesterday I just found out I am +ve. I told one 'internet friend':we have been friends for 6 or 7 years yet have never met. I feel I am not ready to tell any of my family, or the few friends that I have. Last night I had nightmares for what felt like lost of the night. Everything revolved around me being HIV +ve.
I am worried that today at work co-workers and friends will sense that 'something is wrong'. I KNOW they would be very supportive-they are all great people...but I have shame about all of this, plus it is very personal at this point. I just don't want anyone knowing.
A question for you all: would it be dumb of me to NOT go see my family doctor. Don't some HIV +ve people remain non-symptomatic? I really am SCARED of being put on some drug regime. I already take meds for anxiety issues and would hate to have to come off of any of them if their were contraindications with the HIV meds.
Part of me knows the answer: ALL of this is tto knew and I need to let it sink in and accept it and then the answers will come to me. Right now I just cannot think completely rationally and I want to know all the ramifications of everything before I commit myself to any type of treatment.
Thanks for reading.
I am worried that today at work co-workers and friends will sense that 'something is wrong'. I KNOW they would be very supportive-they are all great people...but I have shame about all of this, plus it is very personal at this point. I just don't want anyone knowing.
A question for you all: would it be dumb of me to NOT go see my family doctor. Don't some HIV +ve people remain non-symptomatic? I really am SCARED of being put on some drug regime. I already take meds for anxiety issues and would hate to have to come off of any of them if their were contraindications with the HIV meds.
Part of me knows the answer: ALL of this is tto knew and I need to let it sink in and accept it and then the answers will come to me. Right now I just cannot think completely rationally and I want to know all the ramifications of everything before I commit myself to any type of treatment.
Thanks for reading.
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i know there isnt a day where you wont think of it but see it as having diabetes you know you have it an simply have to watch diet,take insulin,ect im probably writing way too much for you,lol im actually just seeking someone to chat with im actually new on the computer just got it,funny huh,lol be well my freind im telling you from life experience YOU WILL BE OKAY I PROMISE YOU,would love to hear back an hopefully start an internet relation with you i can answer anything for you be well!!!
It's normal to be sad, angry , depressed. It's o.k. not to want to tell anyone. This is a virus and even though it doesn't seem like it right now the pain will not be as bad in time to come. Just know that there are some of us that have had it for a long time (me, 14 years) and went on to get married and have children. This disease is manageable it you take care of yourself. Just give yourself time before you make any major decisions eith way.
Almost a week has passed, I have an appt with my doctor next week (who apparently is a well regarded HIV/infectious diseases specialist). I found out I am positive at work: I work in a lab and, on a whim, I tested myself.....I have done this before (being a gay male) and have always been negative ...as well I have been tested at my dr's office several times over the years......this time I was shocked. But the shock has disappeared. I have done some reading about CD4 counts and viral loads and when they recommend one to start meds etc....reading and gaining knowledge has helped...the alternative was 'fear of the unknown'. Also the 'hugs', messages and commetns I have read have helped as well. My next goal is to find a support group.....something local where they meet regularly. I know it will be very helpful to be able to talk with others (in addition to members here).
Thanks!
TIm