Do People Get AIDS From Mosquito Bite

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mosquito bites??

Posted by Anonymous, 2 Replies

I heard mosquitoes can't transmit hiv, and I hope its true. Because I was definitely bitten by the same one as an hiv+ person. We were in a small room and there was only one mosquito in there and it bit both of us within about 1 minute. I am scared,... Read more »

Biting Stripper

Posted by Anonymous, 2 Replies

Oh I know this is ridiculous. but I can't shake it. So I hpe to get an answer from someone with real HIV knowledge. Is there any way to get infected from a bite, this stripper was giving me a lap dance, and then she friggin bit me pretty damn... Read more »

Love Bites and HIV

Posted by Anonymous, 1 Reply

Can sucking on skin to produce Love Bites transmit HIV? Can the skin break by merely sucking hard on them?

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Looking for gay people with AIDS for documentary

Posted by Anonymous, 4 Replies

Hello,
I am looking for people who are gay and have HIV/AIDS who would like to be part of a documentary. I am entering a video contest with the theme of "tolerance." I want to hear your honest portrayals of what life is like for you. I do not want to... Read more »

Looking for gay people with AIDS for documentary

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Mosquito bite

If mosquito bites me HIV+ woman, then bites my male negative friend will he get the virus. It has been abitter debate between us. He won't let go. I need an expert's answer to settle this, once and for all. Please, give me some peace of...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hi,The ultimate QTND (question that never dies). See below.Dr. Bob$100 question! (MOSQUITO, 2009)Apr 18, 2009 please i know qtnd, but i need to hear you tell me for my own story. I'm terribly worried and willing to offer $100 for your guidance!... Read more »

Mosquito Bites Are Much Bigger Since AIDS

I wonder if AIDS has anything to do with how big and puffy mosquito bites are on my body this year. They are as big as a dime and puffy. In years past, mosquitoes didn't like me much and seemed to leave me alone. I'm a 46-year-old man...

Response from Judith Feinberg, M.D.

University of Cincinnati, College of Medicine

I don't know why your mosquito bites are bigger this year -- you've obviously had HIV infection for a long time, and I know of no association between bites and AIDS. Maybe the mosquitoes are meaner this year.... Read more »

mosquito bites... - JB

doc, what if a mosquito bites and suck blood to an hiv+ person and suck again to other hiv- person beside him. what are the chances for the hiv- person?? will he also be in great risk?? Concern. john ...

Response from John A. Bartlett, M.D.

Duke University Medical Center

John, mosquitos have been carefully studied as a means of HIV transmission and there is absolutely no evidence that it has ever happened.... Read more »

allergy to mosquito bites

A number of HIV infected individuals, including me, have developed a reaction to mosquito bites where much swelling occurs, e.g. my entire forearm will swell if bitten there. It can be quite painfull. I wear repellent but would like to know how to...

Response from Keith Henry, M.D.

University of Minnesota, School of Medicine

Living in Minnesota where mosquitos are the state bird, I have been impressed how often HIV+ patients have severe reactions to insect bites. It may have something to do with the high gamma globulin levels (antibody) typically seen with HIV... Read more »

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U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

China's Youngsters Think Mosquitoes Spread AIDS

China's young people are grossly unaware of how HIV is spread, with many mistakenly believing that people can contract the disease from mosquito bites, according to a survey published Thursday. The study was conducted earlier this year by the... Read more »

ILO Calls on Middle Eastern Countries to End Discrimination Against People Living With HIV/AIDS, Proposes Code of Practice

The International Labour Organization recently called on some Middle Eastern countries, including the United Arab Emirates, to end discrimination against people living with HIV/AIDS, The National reports. ILO in partnership with UNAIDS and the... Read more »

U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

HIV, AIDS and Older People

Grace was dating again. George, a close family friend she had known for a long time, was starting to stay overnight more and more often. Because she was past childbearing age, Grace didn't think about using condoms. And because she had known George... Read more »

With Yams, Mosquito Nets: Nigeria Adapts "Sesame Street"

"Sesame Street," the legendary children's educational TV series, is making its debut in Nigeria. "Sesame Square" will air twice weekly on the country's national public broadcasting outlet, the Nigerian Television Authority. While "Sesame Square"... Read more »

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