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.

That Extreme Tiredness Might Not Be Normal

That Extreme Tiredness Might Not Be Normal

Extreme tiredness can happen for many everyday reasons—stress, poor sleep, long work hours, emotional strain,…
How an HIV Scare Taught Me to Find Real Calm

How an HIV Scare Taught Me to Find Real Calm

An HIV scare can make time feel strange. One moment you are replaying a sexual…
What the Window Period Means for STD Testing

What the Window Period Means for STD Testing

If you have ever wondered why a test might not give a clear answer right…
Why Doctors Often Miss Early HIV Infection

Why Doctors Often Miss Early HIV Infection

Early HIV infection can be surprisingly difficult to recognize, even for experienced doctors. The first…
Could That Itchy Rash Be Seroconversion Signs

Could That Itchy Rash Be Seroconversion Signs

Noticing an itchy rash can be stressful, especially if you are wondering whether it could…
The One Question to Ask Before You Have Sex

The One Question to Ask Before You Have Sex

Talking about sex can feel exciting, awkward, vulnerable, and important all at once. Before things…