How Do HIV Drugs Work

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HIV Test May Show Which Drugs Work Best

An experimental HIV drug-resistance test can detect even very small amounts of resistant HIV strains, ones that could eventually cause treatment complications or failure, a new study suggests. Such a test could help physicians predict the best... Read more »

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Taiwan Marks Increased Numbers of HIV-Positive Students The Taiwan AIDS Foundation said that according to Department of Health's Centers for Disease Control statistics, the average age of HIV positive people in the country is getting younger, the ... Read more »

HIV/AIDS, Drug Programs Should "Work Together," Sidibe Says in Opinion Piece

Access to clean needles, condoms and counseling allows injection drug users to "stop HIV, look after their health and lead productive lives," Michel Sidibe, executive director of UNAIDS , writes in a Bangkok Post opinion piece. "Thanks to many... Read more »

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Drugs not Working, Should still take?

I have had HIV for at least 15 years and on some sort of medication for at about 12 years. Starting with just AZT and then adding additional meds as they became available. After my recent blood work my doc has decided best to take me off HIV meds...

Response from Renslow Sherer, M.D.

University of Chicago Hospitals

I will provide a general answer, but the more important answer is the one you and your doctor arrive at with all of your clinical history, drug record, and other key information that I lack.There is some evidence that people in your situation, i.e.... Read more »

Returning to work, worried about drug costs

I have been HIV+ for 14 years and on SSDI for the last 8. I started doing better around the turn of the century, went back to school, got a degree, and am looking for work.I had a good interview with a prospective employer, and I have reason to...

Response from Lynn L. Franzoi

Worldwide Benefits for Fox, Inc.

In a smaller company, the impact of high costs by one claimant can drive that company's health care premium higher. However, I do not consider a 500 life company to be that small. Certainly, in a larger corporation, this would not be an issue.... Read more »

How long will the drugs work

I've been HIV positive since 1993. At that time had a VL=35,000 and CD4=300. Didn't start meds till 1995 when my CD4=150 at which I enrolled in a study of (AZT+3TC + or - Indinivir). Unfortunately I only got AZT and 3TC. Took for one...

Response from Benjamin Young, M.D., Ph.D.

Rocky Mountain CARES

Thanks for your question.The durability of combination therapies is one of the new frontiers for HIV therapy. A couple of recent studies relate to your question. First, a presentation at this years Retroviral conference looked at the durability of... Read more »

Working with an ex IV drug user with Hep C

Hello,I just found out that a co-worker is an ex heroin user and has Hep C (he may also have HIV as well). Should I be concerned about contact with him? I work in a school and he cleans/touches my desk, doors, etc. If he's not careful with...

Response from Barbara McGovern, M.D.

Tufts University School of Medicine

Hepatitis C is spread by blood exposure mainly through injection drug use and uncommonly through sexual intercourse. There is no risk of hepatitis C to household contacts; our only recommendation is not to share razors. For you, there is no risk... Read more »

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THE DRUGS WORK!

Posted by exitrow, 5 Replies

I recently started taking Sustiva and Truvada after my numbers dropped significantly in October. I was very hesistant and wasn't prepared to enter the next stage, a major step, in this disease. I was fortunate not to encounter many of the horrific... Read more »

THE DRUGS WORK!

Posted by exitrow, 4 Replies

countries where HIV+ people can work

Posted by markkkkky, 3 Replies

Hi.

I just want to know if there are other countries where HIV+ people can work and be able to grant a work permit? I know there are countries who don't have restrictions, but only for short visits and vacations.

If ever there is, is HIV testing a... Read more »

Can you work full time with hiv/aids forever?

Posted by Anonymous, 3 Replies

Hello, I am an hiv positive 36 year bisexual male with two divorces. I have four children from the marriage that I have very large child support payments. These ex-wives of mine do not know I have hiv. Will I be able to work full time when on... Read more »

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