HIV

HIVRavi Kapoor2023-05-29T21:45:59+00:00

Preventing the transmission of STIs and HIV is about knowing the risks, and taking responsibility for minimising the risks through safer practices.

What is HIV?
HIV stands for Human Immunodeficiency Virus. HIV affects the body’s immune system.
How Does Someone Get HIV?
The HIV virus is found in semen, blood, rectal fluids, vaginal fluids and breast milk.
What are the symptoms?
HIV needs to be diagnosed by a blood test. The vast majority of people with HIV will not have any symptoms.
What does a HIV test involve?
Testing for HIV is straightforward, highly accurate and is the only way to know if you are
What if the result is HIV positive?
If your test shows that you have HIV, you will be referred to a specialist for further advice
What if the result is HIV negative?
This means that you do not have HIV. This is a really good opportunity to learn more about
What does treatment involve?
Although there is no cure for HIV, there are effective treatments available that allow people
How can I prevent HIV?
HIV medication taken within 72 hours of exposure to HIV and continued for 28 days.
Undetectable = Untransmittable (U=U)
Viral load is the term used to describe the amount of HIV in the body at any one time