Category: Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)

A virus that attacks the immune system and can lead to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Transmitted through blood, semen, vaginal fluids, and breast milk.

I Ghosted After a Positive Test and Regretted It

I Ghosted After a Positive Test and Regretted It

Getting a positive STD test result can bring up a flood of emotions all at…
The Scary Truth: You Can Have HIV With No Symptoms

The Scary Truth: You Can Have HIV With No Symptoms

The Scary Truth: You Can Have HIV With No Symptoms HIV does not always announce…
When a Persistent Mouth Sore May Mean HIV

When a Persistent Mouth Sore May Mean HIV

A mouth sore that lingers longer than expected can be frustrating, uncomfortable, and easy to…
HIV Symptoms That Appear Months or Even Years Later

HIV Symptoms That Appear Months or Even Years Later

HIV can feel confusing because symptoms do not always appear right away. Some people notice…
Exposed to HIV Here Is What to Do Next

Exposed to HIV Here Is What to Do Next

Finding out that you may have been exposed to HIV can feel overwhelming, especially if…
What Dating With HIV Taught Me About Trust

What Dating With HIV Taught Me About Trust

Dating with HIV changed the way I think about trust in a much deeper way…