CARE AND TREATMENT AS HIV PATIENT

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Having HIV/STDs is not the end of the world. People with HIV should not be isolated or removed from society as they are also humans who have feelings and should be treated equally. With proper care and treatment, HIV patients can live like healthy people.


  1. Taking antiretroviral therapy (ART)
    -  if you were diagnosed with HIV, you should seek early treatment and take medicines like ART to increase your immune system. 
    - ART may not be a cure for HIV, but it does help to control the virus, live a longer and healthier lifestyle.
    - It also helps to reduce HIV transmission to others.

  2. Regular exercise
    - some people with HIV lose muscle mass and strength, which may lead to other diseases, thus regular exercise will help prevent this problem.
    - It helps to build up muscles, burn fats, keep your heart strong and strengthen your bones.
    - Most patients, will be depressed or lose the spirit of living after being diagnosed with HIV, thus exercise will help to reduce the feelings of stress and depression.

  3. Eat a balanced and nutritious diet
    - even if you were not diagnosed with HIV, having a balanced and nutritious diet is a must.
    - excessive alcohol and drugs consumption is a BIG NO, especially for HIV patients. This is because it will weaken     your immune system and also damage the liver.
    - If you’re worried about your alcohol or drug intake, you should seek a healthcare professional for advice and support.

  4. Ask for support
    - finding out and being diagnosed with HIV is might be a big hit in your life, but it does not mean it is the end of your life. It may be a shock, but it takes time to adjust to it.
    - having mental, emotional, and physical support is important. Talking to friends, families, and people who are also HIV fighters will help you a lot. You could look for an HIV fighters club or society in your area. Remember YOU ARE NOT ALONE!

    Until today, there is no cure found for HIV. however continuous treatment and care can help to  control the virus levels and maintain your immune system


    https://www.avert.org/living-with-hiv/health-wellbeing/taking-care-of-yourself

    https://hivinfo.nih.gov/understanding-hiv/fact-sheets/hiv-treatment-basics




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