Hiv And Botox

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Is Botox safe with HIV?

Are there any issues or complications with being HIV Positive and getting Botox? Tired of looking tired. Thanks....

Response from Gerald Pierone, M.D.

AIDS Research and Treatment Center of the Treasure Coast

Botox is not a problem for someone with HIV infection and works just as well at getting rid of wrinkles. Botox works by paralyzing the muscles into which it is injected (for several months) and this softens the overlying skin wrinkles. The facial... Read more »

Botox?

I am considering facial botox injections. Is my hiv+ status a problem?... Read more »

Response from Nelson Vergel, B.S.Ch.E., M.B.A. »

Botox

I have HIV,can I have Botox injections done.Thanks... Read more »

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D. »

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One-On-One With Alexandra Billings

Should I call you Alex, or Alexandra -- which do you prefer? Oh, please, call me Alex -- Alexandra has way too many syllables in it. And can I ask how old you are, and how long you've been HIV-positive? Sure, you can ask. Can... Read more »

As Easy as ESAP

Jack is a person living with AIDS in Brooklyn. He was diagnosed with wasting syndrome, and his doctor prescribed testosterone injections. When going to visit his sister in Buffalo, however, he was in such a rush to get to the airport on time that he... Read more »

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Superficial Question

Posted by Anonymous

I realize taht many will feel this question is ridiculous and superficial but, the way I look at is, just because I am hiv+ doesn't mean I have to stop caring about my looks.

So teh question is, does anyone know if there are any special precautions... Read more »

que posibilidades tengo de haberme infectado?

Posted by Anonymous, 4 Replies

Hola a todos, y antes de nada a lo mejor es una locura mia, pero ayer tuve una discursion fuerte con mis padre y al salir a la calle pegue un puetazo a una caja de carton con la mano... me hice 3 heridas pequeas y sangre un poco.
que posibilidades... Read more »

ME CASARE 4(espero y recuerden mis anteriores pos)

Posted by manolin, 5 Replies

este es mi infierno dia tras dia que pasa me siento mas deprimido, es dificil entender por que la mente humana es asi pero no lo puedo xcontrolar como muchos de ustedes saben o me recuerdadn hace tiempo les conte mi historia me casare pronto, pero... Read more »

Taking charge of your life

Posted by Anonymous, 16 Replies

hello
Lately i have been trying to coax myself into starting meds. I am not in the danger zone quite yet my t's flux btwn 300-400 and for the most part of feel fine. I have had symptoms in the past such as shingles and i have a slightly coated... Read more »

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