The diet of people with HIV infection or AIDS should be varied and balanced, giving priority to the consumption of fruits, vegetables, grains, proteins, healthy fats and cereals rich in fiber, in addition to avoiding the consumption of processed foods, rich in in fats and sugars. HIV is the human immunodeficiency virus that can be […]
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HIV symptoms in babies are more common in children of mothers who are HIV positive, especially when they do not receive treatment correctly during pregnancy. The symptoms are difficult to perceive, but persistent fever, frequent occurrence of infections and delayed development and growth can be indicative of the presence of the HIV virus in the […]
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The vaccine against the HIV virus is in the study phase, being researched by scientists around the world, but there is still no vaccine that is truly effective. Over the years there have been many hypotheses that the ideal vaccine would have been found, however, the vast majority did not manage to pass the second […]
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There is a lot of scientific research around the cure for AIDS and over the years several advances have emerged, including the complete elimination of the virus in the blood of some people, who are considered to be apparently cured of HIV and should be monitored periodically to confirm the cure. Although there are already […]
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HIV can affect any part of the eyes, from more superficial regions such as the eyelids, to deep tissues such as the retina, vitreous and nerves, causing diseases such as retinitis, retinal detachment, Kaposi’s sarcoma, as well as various types of eye infections. The chances of having your vision affected by the infection are greater […]
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The rapid test for HIV aims to inform within 30 minutes whether the person is a carrier of the HIV virus or not based on the identification of antibodies against the HIV virus. This test can be done using either saliva or a small blood sample, and can be done free of charge at the […]
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PrEP HIV is a method of preventing infection by the HIV virus, indicated for people who are at high risk of coming into contact with the virus, and corresponds to the use of antiretrovirals, such as tenofovir + emtricitabine, or cabotegravir injection, which act by preventing the virus can multiply within the body, preventing infection. […]
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Oral sex has a low possibility of transmitting HIV, even in situations where condoms are not used. However, there is still a risk, especially for people who have a wound in the mouth and who have contact with people with the HIV virus who do not undergo treatment according to the doctor’s instructions, as in […]
Continue Reading The diet of people with HIV infection or AIDS should be varied and balanced, giving priority to the consumption of fruits, vegetables, grains, proteins, healthy fats and cereals rich in fiber, in addition to avoiding the consumption of processed foods, rich in in fats and sugars. HIV is the human immunodeficiency virus that can be […]
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HIV treatment is carried out with antiretroviral drugs, such as lamivudine, tenofovir, dolutegravir and efavirenz, which are provided free of charge by the SUS and must be taken according to the doctor’s instructions. Whenever possible, treatment should be started as soon as the HIV diagnosis is confirmed and, when done correctly, it prevents the virus […]
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