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HIV Negative Spouses

Posted by Anonymous, 1 Reply

Hi, I just started a support group on line at yahoo. The address is:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/HIVnegativespouses/

The group is called HIV Negative Spouses

If you are interested in support through this, please visit the group.
Frida

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I created a blog for HIV negative spouses

Posted by poprock33, 2 Replies

I am a HIV negative woman with a positive spouse. We would like to have a baby using the sperm washing technique. I am having a difficult time finding a way to have this procedure done that is financially feasible for us. If you are in a similar... Read more »

IS THERE SUCH THING AS HIV-NEGATIVE AIDS?

Posted by bura, 3 Replies

As per the title, is there really such a thing? Read more »

supporting my spouse

Posted by Anonymous, 2 Replies

my husband has hiv. we found out about a year ago. just starting going to the dr a couple of months ago and its becoming more of a reality. (i'm neg). he has tested pos for the latent tb so he has to take that drug. numbers are all very good and he... Read more »

RRe: Spouse has AIDS

Posted by Anonymous, 5 Replies

My spouse of eight years has recently been diagnosed as having full blown Aids. We have 2 children together and I thought we had the perfect life. Now, I feel like everything is a mess. I am negative and thank god so are my children. Help, can... Read more »

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Can negative spouse take out life insurance on me?

My wife is negative, I am positive. She has been offered a group life insurance plan drom her company. She was told she could take out minimum coverage on me ($10,000.00)without review of my medical records. Is this possible? How can we be sure they...

Response from Nancy Breuer

WorkPositive, Inc.

Yes, this is possible, becasue it's a group policy. I would suggest you think about jumping on it! You can be sure because they have access only if you sign a document giving them access.... Read more »

Family is afraid of Spouse's HIV + status

Hi Dr. Bob,My husband is HIV +. We have a daughter who is negative and I am negative. However, my mother (who has OCD) and is somewhat neurotic and sister who is also neurotic, are afraid to be around him! That is not say they won't be...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hello,Your situation is not unique; in fact, quite the contrary. Misinformation, irrational fears and stigmatization have been an integral part of this illness since it was first described over a quarter of a century ago. That such unjustified fears... Read more »

Is anal sex ok if both parties have been tested and negative? (HIV TRANSMISSION BETWEEN TWO HIV NEGATIVES)

Me and my girlfriend wanted to try anal sex but didn't know what the risks are. We both have been tested and both have tested negative. Also we are in an exclusive relationship and only had sex with each other. We are each others 1st....

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hi,You are wondering if two folks who are HIV negative, have no other STDs and are in an exclusive/monogamous relationship would be at risk if they had anal sex. They certainly would not be at risk for STDs, including HIV. These illnesses are... Read more »

HIV+ Spouse is driving me crazy with his insecurities

Hello! Recently my husband was diagnosed with HIV. So far, I have tested negative. My problem is with my husband. He's obviously scared, but he constantly asks me whether or not he's going to die, what are symptoms of various illnesses,...

Response from Robert H. Remien, Ph.D.

Columbia University

It seems to me that both you AND your husband can use some support. He needs to talk with a counselor and/or other people living with HIV to help him adjust to the news of his status. You also can use the support of talking with others in your... Read more »

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Separation of Spouses Due to Travel and Living Apart Raises HIV Risk in Tanzanian Couples

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