Gay Hiv Positive Dating Advice

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Ask Danny: Dating Advice for Gay Men

Who should make the first move? How do I tell if he has a boyfriend? When do I disclose that I'm HIV-positive? Where can I go to meet Mr. Right besides a gay bar, and how will I tell the difference between Mr. Right and Mr. Right Now? As a... Read more »

Gay Men and HIV/AIDS: Where to Turn for Information and Advice

HIV/AIDS is not a gay disease, and the virus works the same whether you're gay or straight. That said, if you are gay -- or if you're a man who considers himself straight, but fools around with guys from time to time -- there's a lot of... Read more »

This Month in HIV: Sex and Dating When You're HIV Positive

My name is Bonnie Goldman and I'm editorial director of The Body. I'd like to welcome you to This Month in HIV. This month's subject? Dating when you're HIV positive. Dating when you're HIV negative is a challenge. Dating when you're HIV positive ... Read more »

Ask the Experts

dating my first positive gay man

Hi,iam a 45 yrd old man,who just started having a relationship with a gay hiv+man.My problem is i felt more anxiety than i thought i would,during sex he ejaculated on my bare chest,i was alittle upset.What are the chances of transmitting the...

Response from Robert H. Remien, Ph.D.

Columbia University

Risk of transmission of HIV from the behavior you describe is extremely low (see the forum on Safe Sex, HIV Prevention and Transmission on the website of The Body). Anxiety when having sex is not fun and needs to be addressed. You and your partner... Read more »

gay sero-discordant relationship (MAGNETIC COUPLE PROBLEMS) (SHOULD I DUMP MY POSITIVE LOVER)

Hi,My bf is HIV+, I am not. I thought I could handle the pressure but Im thinking again. I dont know. He is a great guy and would be "the 1" in an ideal world. I read the archives and understnd you are in a happy magnetic relationship,...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hello,Let's deal with your tonsillitis and testing issues first and then turn to your relationship concerns, OK?First, why assume the tonsillitis is viral? It could very well be bacterial. I would suggest you have your general medical doctor... Read more »

Gay HIV+ partner has bareback sex with other HIV+ people

Hi, I'm in an open gay relationship with my HIV+ partner whereas i am HIV-. We always have protected anal sex (oral unprotected)My partner continues to have unprotected sex with other positive guys even though i have stressed that this is bad....

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hi,Regarding the risk of poz-on-poz barebacking, see below.As for a well "recegonised" resource on this topic, HELLO! You're reading it. Check out the archives! Finally, regarding the risk of STDs from oral sex, we have an entire... Read more »

Gay Poz and Gay Neg - want children. possible?

Dear Doctors,We recently found out that my partner of almost two years is positive...and after one month of treatment, he went from 8,000,000 viral load to 40. Yup, 40. The biggest depression for him is that he might not be able to have blood...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hello,Sperm washing combined with artificial insemination has been shown to be a very effective means for HIV-positive men to conceive while minimizing the risk to their partner and child. (See below.) I would advise you work closely with your HIV... Read more »

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any free dating sites for hiv gay people!!!

Posted by keeponliving, 9 Replies

just tested positive, n life is changed thoroughly! lost my lover,he just ran away after i told him that am infected hiv.dunno where to turn now. anyone can help me !!!! Read more »

Gay HIV Positive & Loveless

Posted by Anonymous, 3 Replies

Hi - I just would ike to include my oppinion on your posted message. I very much agree on many of the recommendations, suggestions and dito on much of the encouraging support from others posted. I also think SEX it's a very important part of our... Read more »

HIV Positive dating

Posted by Anonymous, 3 Replies

I am in search of an HIV POZ partner in my area Orlando, Fl. I am not a member of a social group and I don't wish to join one. The gay community is large here but small when messages hits the air. I am in search of a black male age 30-50 for... Read more »

New gay boyfriend is HIV+

Posted by Anonymous, 5 Replies

Just started started seeing a guy who told me he was HIV+ before our relationship went any further. Him being positive is not an issue for me. I just need some advice on what I can expect in the future and what the problems with sex can be???? Read more »

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