i am concerned that i have hiv-dementia. I've read on this site about the symptoms like slowed thinking, memory problems, impaired concentration, tremors, gait problems, apathy and social withdrawal. Im worried as this is affecting my performance at work and social life.

Im aslo concerned about my emotional state sometimes, don't know if it's just PMS or something else, like today i just feel like crying just by writting this email and sometimes it happens when Im attending meetings, I usually excuse myself and miss out on important discussions and get angry at myself afterwards. Im a 31yr old black female on stocrin&combivir.

You cannot accurately diagnose HIV dementia in yourself. Whenever someone has trouble with remembering or concentrating, it can lead to anxiety and an exagerated sense of the seriousness of the problem. Only an objective evaluation by someone with experience and training can lead to an accurate diagnosis.

In addition, I don't think that you are being "too emotional." The spontaneous crying and needing to leave meetings may be a sign of depression. Some of the other symptoms you described, such as slowed thinking, memory problems, impaired concentration, tremors, apathy and social withdrawal can also be caused by depression or an anxiety disorder. I suggest an evaluation by a psychiatrist or psychologist experienced with HIV/AIDS. A trained and experienced professional should be able to differentiate between depression, dementia or some other condition, and help you to get appropriate treatment.