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My brother in law is HIV+
#100875 - 07/07/04 10:03 AM

Hello to all those reading,
I just found out recently that my brother in law is HIV+, I have been with my husband for 4 years and he has only now been comfortable with sharing this with me. I am trying to learn as much as possible about what to expect. Please, if you know of any websites or books that educate, I would appreciate the knowledge. I love my husband and his family so much, I feel like I dont know what I am talking about when we do bring up the topic, which is not often. He is worried and I know he doesn't want to speak to me about it. My brother in law was just in the hospital a few months ago...he seems so fine and healthy now, but then again his sudden trip to the hospital was unexpected. I just dont know how quickly things can go from great to bad.
From my understanding, he has been positive for 10+ years. Any advise or education is welcomed.

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losing_it

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#101397 - 07/13/04 08:30 PM

This website is a great source of info for those living with HIV and those who have loved ones with HIV.Take some time and go thru these links...

http://www.thebody.com/learning.html
http://www.thebody.com/inspire.html
http://www.thebody.com/whatis/underst.html

You should also check out www.aidsmeds.com

take care,
Matt

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Christopher

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#137675 - 03/11/05 06:35 PM

Hi. I just wanted to comment on your statement that your family doesn't discuss your brother-in-law's being positive. I was diagnosed about three years ago and my family has now known for about half that time. It's very rare that they'll bring up the issue, so I'm the one left to do so. It's not always a very comfortable situation to be in. Try asking after his health to start. And if he seems receptive to the conversation, put your research to an excellent use by discussing it with him. Might break the ice around the topic a little bit. Good luck.

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