If I Have Ars Will I Have Psoriasis

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ARS Symptoms 12 months ago HIV + ex GF

Posted by withoutyou, 1 Reply

Regarding my X from the get go I knew she had HIV I always wore condoms for vaginal sex. There were instances when I had a cold sore(very small and not open) and I performed oral sex on her or cuts on my fingers early on, I wasn't overly worried... Read more »

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psoriasis? delayed seroconversion

Posted by Anonymous

does anyone know if the autoimmune disease psoriasis would cause delayed seroconversion? just got tested and now this is eating away at me. responses/feedback would be greatly appreciated. thanks

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Can you have ARS symptoms but not have ARS?

Posted by Anonymous, 2 Replies

I had symptoms of ARS infection...painful swollen neck glands, low grade fever, rash that lasted a month, clogged ears. My only risk factor is receiving a shot from a doctor 9 weeks before the symptoms showed themselves. Should I be tested? What... Read more »

distinguishing ARS from NON-ARS

Posted by Anonymous, 1 Reply

i was thinking, how does one know the difference between experiencing ARS and just regular HIV related symptoms (assuming one is positive). is there something about the symptoms experienced during seroconversion that are different than the ones... Read more »

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Is psoriasis a common indicator of HIV?

I have what I believe to be a patch of psoriasis on my leg. Never had it before. Thought it might be KS at first but it is scaly which indicates psoriasis. Is psoriasis a common indicator of HIV? I've read articles both pro and con on this...

Response from Bruce Dezube, M.D.

Harvard Medical School

Although psoriasis and many other skin disorders are more common in HIV+ folks than in HIV- folks, the majority of patients with psoriasis do NOT have HIV. Acne and rashes in general are also skin conditions which are brought out by HIV, but again,... Read more »

Scalp psoriasis

I'm suffering from scalp psoriasis and have tried numerous remedies. Will this ever go away for good or will it be off and on for the rest of my life? Could prescription drugs (or an interaction of) possibly cause this?...

Response from Keith Henry, M.D.

University of Minnesota, School of Medicine

You don't provide any information as to your HIV status (this forum is for HIV+ persons with possible side effects from HIV or its treatment). Psoriasis in the setting of HIV can be a challenge. KH... Read more »

Psoriasis caused by alcohol?

Hey guys, HIV positive for 16 years, AIDS for 12. I've developed psoriasis over the past year. I have read there is an unexplained correlation between AIDS and psoriasis, and I have also read that psoriasis is found more frequently among...

Response from Keith Henry, M.D.

University of Minnesota, School of Medicine

4 drinks/month should be OK from either the HIV med or psoriasis standpoint. KH... Read more »

Psoriasis and HIV

Hi Dr Bob.I was tested positive for HIV on 12/16/2010 and have been developing an episode of psoriasis (which I first had 4 years ago as my first episode). My CD4 count is 398 and my viral load around 1500. My doctor also my resistance to some drugs...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hi JCC,HIV disease can exacerbate many dermatologic conditions. I suggest you seek the help of an HIV-knowledgable dermatologist. Your HIV specialist should be able to recommend someone for you to see in your area.Dr. Bob... Read more »

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