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Overview HIV does not survive well outside the body. HIV cannot be spread from one person to another in any of the following ways: Casual contact In studies of hundreds of households in which …
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Overview HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is a virus that attacks the immune system , the body's natural defence system. Without a strong immune system, the body has trouble fighting off disease. …
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… test results in 2 to 4 days. Results of the Western blot take longer, 1 to 2 weeks. Rapid … test need to be confirmed by the ELISA or Western blot test. Even if HIV antibodies or … test results in 2 to 4 days. Results of the Western blot take longer, 1 to 2 weeks. Rapid …
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… to try to destroy the virus. Doctors use tests to find these HIV antibodies or antigens in urine, saliva, or blood. If a test on urine or saliva shows that you are … with HIV, you will probably have a blood test to confirm the results. Most doctors use …
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… has developed. Chickenpox can cause serious problems for a person who has HIV. Avoid … has developed. Chickenpox can cause serious problems for a person who has HIV. Avoid …
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… HIV) exposure in the work environment (e.g., health care providers or emergency responders) … will help you to make decisions about your health. If HIV is diagnosed early, … are pregnant; experience a change in their health that suggests HIV; and request a test. …
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… a very low level of HIV in their blood. A small number of people never become infected … a very low level of HIV in their blood. A small number of people never become infected …
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85 Wash your hands often to keep yourself and others healthy. Hand washing is the most important thing you can do to help stop the spread of germs that cause illnesses such as colds, the flu, …
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… is important for people to receive early treatment, care and information to manage … you to get tested for HIV. You need to start treatment as soon as possible to improve your … is important for people to receive early treatment, care and information to manage …
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… you used to enjoy or have other depression symptoms, tell your doctor. Diarrhea. If you … you used to enjoy or have other depression symptoms, tell your doctor. Diarrhea. If you …
