Does Having Dysplasia Mean I Have Hiv

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cervical dysplasia

I am an HIV positive and was diagnos to have a cervical dysplasia. I was told to undergo a complete hysterictomy but i am afraid of its effect in my present situation. I am not taking any medication and i don't even know how high is my viral...

Response from Judith Feinberg, M.D.

University of Cincinnati, College of Medicine

Cervical dysplasia just means that the cells of your cervix (the bottom of the womb) are funny-looking. High-grade dysplasia is more likely to dvelop into cervical cancer, and even low-grade dysplasia in an HIV+ woman should be treated. However,... Read more »

High grade dysplasia (anal)

Hi Dr. Pierone:This question is not about meds but I saw you answer other questions regarding this... Read more »

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Concerned of Possible HIV-Infection/low grade dysplasia

I am a 24 year old female with a 3 year old son. During my pregnancy (in 1997) I was tested for HIV... Read more »

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does this mean you have hiv when u have this hla

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A pos test for HIV, STD could mean another STD too

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If you've tested positive for AIDS HIV or an STD it could mean there's another STD too. Get the standard STD clinic tests from a medical center clinic or your doctor.

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Does HIV postive really mean anything?

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