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AIDS Myths and Misunderstandings

Why Are There so Many AIDS Myths? When AIDS first showed up, it was a very mysterious disease. It killed a lot of people. There are still many unanswered questions about the disease. A lot of people reacted with fear and came up with stories to back up their fear. Most of these stories had to do with how easy it was to get infected with HIV. Most of these are not true. Myths About "Catching" HIV Many people believed that HIV and AIDS could be...

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HIV positive and wanting a biological baby

If a woman is HIV positive, but for other medical reasons cannot become pregnant herself, can her egg be implanted in a surrogate without transmitting the disease?...

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

Rocky Mountain CARES

Thanks for your interesting question.To my limited knowledge, I'm not aware of any cases of such in vitro fertilization from a HIV positive egg donor.Any readers hear otherwise? BY... Read more »

HIV: Biological Weapon by Uncle Sam?

Hi Dr. Frascino, I just want to say that you are a godsend, and in my opinion, the model human being we all should be. You helped me a great deal in my time of need, and you put my mind at ease when I was sure I was infected. I thank you from the...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hello,Alex Jones is a rightwing wingnut conspiracy theorist who enjoys sensationalism. His stories, including the one you mention, lack not only credible evidence but also common sense. No, this was not in the archives previously as this site does... Read more »

Case study for biology

What precautions do medical professionals take to protect themselves from the AIDS virus?...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hello,We use "universal precautions" to protect ourselves form bloodborne diseases, such as HIV and hepatitis. These precautions protect in both directions infected patient to health care worker and vice versa. You can read about... Read more »

Biological reason why it is almost imposible for a man to get infected from a woman?

What is the biological reason why less man get infected with HIV from woman?...

Response from Judith A. Aberg, M.D.

Washington University, St. Louis School of Medicine

Much of this depends on the type of sexual activity. The vaginal mucosa is a better barrier than the rectal mucosa. Men frequently transmit HIV and other STD's to each other via rectal intercourse. The rectal mucosa is relatively thin, bleeds... Read more »

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Biology Lab On HIV.Gues who was infected?

Posted by stupidgirl, 2 Replies

First day back to college. My first lab for my biology class was today. Take a sick guess what it was on........The spread of HIV. Now take another guess who just happened to get the anonymously infect cup.....That's right I had the cup or the guy i... Read more »

Questionaire on AIDS and Treatment For HS Biology

Posted by thom26

Hello,
My name is Thomas Nesbitt and I am doing an extensive research project for a senior biology class on HIV/AIDS. I am looking for people preferably with AIDS, but if you just have HIV currently, it is perfectly fine. Any response helps. Please... Read more »

HIV poz and not a curse!

Posted by paman1964

Do not let the Jerry falwell lovers try to fool you that HIV is a curse! HIV is a biological bug that has to be nicked in the bud!
I willl debate him on any issue that there is to fight about!
The point I want to make is that we should never give HIV... Read more »

Wife mad cuz my family hid my father's hiv +

Posted by Anonymous, 1 Reply

My dad was diagnosed with hiv four years ago, and died about a month ago from aids related complications at 62. My family decided to keep it a family secret.

Over the years, my brother's wife somehow overhead conversations between myself and my... Read more »

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