Gays Living With Hiv In Nyc

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Anal Cancer, HIV and Gay/Bisexual Men

In the general population, anal cancer is a rare disease. Few people knew about it before Farrah Fawcett made public her struggle with the illness. Among men who have sex with men (MSM), and especially HIV-positive MSM, the incidence of anal cancer is significantly more prevalent and increasing annually. 1 However, the majority of gay and bisexual men know little about the disease, have never been tested for it, nor know that screening tests...

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Support Group in NYC

Hi to all, My brother was diagnosed a month ago. i would like to ask where can i find a support group in NY?Thank you....

Response from David Fawcett, Ph.D., L.C.S.W.

South Florida Center for Counseling and Therapy

You are fortunate to be in New York where there are numerous resources both for those living with HIV/AIDS and their friends and loved ones. Because the specific groups can change, I suggest calling the agencies listed below for updates. Note... 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 »

NYC Subway Incident--Thank you for your response, Dr. Bob (NEEDLESTICK ON THE SUBWAY, 2011) (URBAN LEGENDS, 2011)

Dear Dr. Bob, I would like to thank you very much for responding to my anxious inquiry. As everyone in this forum who writes to you looking for some kind Dr. Bob reassurance and good karma, I have found some relief in your answer. Thank you so much...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hi,You're welcome! I absolutely agree with the wise folks at the NYCDHMH: no risk! I, too, frequently ride the subway while I'm in NYC; consequently, I'm certainly not going to tell you there are no "mysterious angry people"... Read more »

Need an HIV Doctor in NYC

My 23 year old son was just diagnosed. his CD4 count is 500. He has a lot of symptons.. fever, nausea and he needs an specialist in NYC...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hi,See below.Dr. BobJust found out... (CHOOSING AN HIV SPECIALIST) Sep 20, 2008Well, doc, the feelings came and went and I got the nerve to test. It was positive... I don't know what to do now and I don't even know if I have long left... Read more »

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Looking to connect with other HIV+ Gay men in NYC

Posted by TheSkyIsTheLimit, 2 Replies

Hey, I recently moved back to NYC and I would like to connect with HIV+ men, ideally late to mid 30's to socialize and enjoy life. Open to whatever may come of it, but at the very least another social network for support. Who's out there. Read more »

Gay HIV+ Man in NYC looking 4 Friends

Posted by dkny, 3 Replies

Diagnosed over a year ago and doing well. Friends have been very accepting and supportive but cannot understand what I'm feeling. Would be nice to meet other hiv+ men in NYC or anywhere for friendship, advice, chat etc. Email, IM buddies would be... Read more »

Support Groups for gay men in NYC

Posted by ShantiNurse, 1 Reply

Hi there, I'm trying to find out about HIV support groups for gay men in NYC for a friend. It has been surprisingly hard to get this information. Any advice, lists, etc...you could provide would be very appreciated! Read more »

Poz Gay, Hiv Positive Gay Men Find gay with hiv at PozGays.com

Posted by Chloe1023

Over 20% gay and bisexual men are living with hiv positive in the U.S. alone. Are you one of them? If you are HIV Gay or Gay men with herpes it can make you feel like you are all alone in the world. Do you wish there was a place where you didn't... Read more »

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