Are Stiff Neck And Fatigue Burning Eyes Symptoms Of Aids

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Stiff necks

Posted by Anonymous, 1 Reply

I read in some web sites that HIV specialists usually ask first time patients if they had stiff necks, Is this a symptom of ARS??? I got a bad stiff neck and flu like symptoms soon after. I always thought that it was just how I slept. Oh no. I... Read more »

can my eye/back and neck pain be acute HIV symptom

Posted by chirags, 2 Replies

Hi;
I am a 25 year male from India.In my country no one gives a proper advise about HIV/AIDS.People feel shy to talk about sex.Thats the reason I am writing to you.Doctor I had sex with a sex worker with double condom 1 month back. The condom... Read more »

HIV neg at 6 months. LOADS OF SYMPTOMS !

Posted by KitG, 3 Replies

Apologies for the sensationalist title but I though it would grab the attention of people who might find this useful eg. Chris, uhohblita. It's also the title of my first ever post here:

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HIV neg at 6 months. LOADS OF... Read more »

Extremely perplexed! Symptoms and no explanation!

Posted by Anonymous, 1 Reply

Hi All,

A very good day to u all.

I have a question to anyone who can provide some helpful information.

I was exposed to HIV 19 months ago.

Since then, I've had a whole host of symptoms, ie. chronic fatigue, muscle aches and exercise intolorence, weak... Read more »

Desperate.dry mouth,dry eyes,peripheral neuropathy

Posted by paranoiafreak, 1 Reply

have been worried of contracting HIV.
I have had unprotected receptive anal sex last August 12, 2011 and i also had protected anal sex on October 12,2011.
On the last week of October, i started to feel chills everyday at night and i have stuffy nose... Read more »

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Is a stiff neck a sign of acute HIV infection

Hi, 3 weeks ago I received unprotected oral sex from someone i know injects drugs. A few days ago I got a itchy red rash around my genitals and anus. I also had what appeared to be a swollen gland in my neck that went away but I know have a stiff...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

This forum is dedicated to HIV-positive folks, particularly those who have concerns related to fatigue and/or anemia. Questions related to HIV transmission, prevention, safer sex, HIV testing and risk should be sent to Dr. Bob at his "Safe Sex... Read more »

Strange fatigue like symptoms..

Dr. Bob,I have some strange symptoms.I am suspecting HIV since event 3 months back. A couple of times during this period (one 5 weeks later and another today) I felt strage feelings in my body.It starts out like some itching and tingling in the...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Dear Worried,Itching/tingling in the stomach, vibrating head, the sensation of blood gushing to various parts of your body, stomach pain, almost fainting, and bloodshot eyes are not at all indicative of HIV. Besides, you mention you had similar... Read more »

Eyes burning and losing all hair - feel fried

I been HIV+ for about 10 years. I've been taking low dose Naltrexone for nine years and never had any OI's to speak of. Started taking AZT, 3TC, Abacavir 3 years ago when my viral load reached 40,000. I also added testosterone when my...

Response from Keith Henry, M.D.

University of Minnesota, School of Medicine

Certainly indinavir can result in dry lips, skin, nail, and hair problems. I would consider switching to another protease inhibitor perhaps low dose ritonavir with amprenavir (100 or 200 mg ritonavir = 600 mg amprenavir twice a day) or Kaletra (low... Read more »

immediate fatigue symptoms

I discovered that i was positive three months ago. I have a VL of 14,500 and CD4 count of 360. I was started on abacavir and combivir and stayed with it for one month. I had some initial GI problems, but they mostly resolved themselves. However,...

Response from J. B. Molaghan, N.P., A.C.R.N.

San Francisco General Hospital

HelloIt could be the Combivir. Did your doctor check your hemoglobin level? Combivir contains AZT, which can cause anemia resulting in fatigue. If your hemoglobin level is low, you may have AZT induced anemia. This is something that can be... Read more »

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