Stomach Pimples And Hiv

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HIV pos & breaking out with pimples on my back and stomach

I dont have problems with acne usually. I am breaking out with Painful pimples on my back and stomach. I am not taking any meds so it can't be side affects of treatment. My V/L is <5000, CD4 500 and I don't know what has caused it. It...

Response from Brian Conway, M.D.

University of British Columbia

Many things can cause such a rash, including eczema, seborrhea, acne or other related conditions. One thing I also consider is a mild fungal skin infection. A combination steroid and antifungal cream may be a way to go here as a therapeutic trial,... Read more »

I found my "pimple" worry in the forum (PIMPLE)

The staff at the body does such a great job, that it is almost a job in itself to search through... Read more »

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

pimples and hiv

A few minutes after mastubating herself, my girlfriend began popping some zits on my back. Can HIV... Read more »

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Pimples and Advanced HIV

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Hello there. Although I have been on The Body mailing list for quite sometime, I must say I have never been to this post site before. I find this to be very informative and I am glad to find a site where people can connect. My question is a... Read more »

Penis Pimples

Posted by Anonymous, 2 Replies

I posed this already: im 4-5 months negative and about a month ago i had a boil on my penis or atleast i thought it was but anyways i popped w.e it was and it hurt so much and it was at first glance those pearly penile papules but it got so much... Read more »

Tiny pimples

Posted by Anonymous, 2 Replies

I developed tiny pimples under eyes after an broken condom episode. They have been there for a long time, should I be concerned about hiv. I know I need to be tested, but I'm scared to death. Read more »

cold sore/pimple?

Posted by Anonymous, 2 Replies

could a cold sore on the upper be lip at first be confused as a pimple? and would it indicate hpv if a cold sore, or does hpv show as clusters? Read more »

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