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hgh and oxandrolone

I have read countless articles suggesting the use of injectable hgh for hiv+ people. Is this a safe thing to do? Any noted bad side effects such as liver damage? I have read that 3 ius per day is suggested. I ahve also read that taking hgh along...

Response from Brian Conway, M.D.

University of British Columbia

Human growth hormone is the one treatment that has produced sustained and significant beenfits for both lipodystrophy and wasting. No other pharmacologic interventions (Megace, glitazones, androgens, etc..) can make such a claim. Beyond this, the... Read more »

Reyataz kivexa norvir anavar (oxandrolone)

Hello! I've been taking a treatment of reyataz kivexa and norvir. Does any of those react... Read more »

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

re: hgh and oxandrolone

HGH has proven to improve wasting but androgens have no benefit?? First of all, the studies that... Read more »

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medication, thinking to stop taking it:

Posted by Anonymous, 6 Replies

What would happen if i decide to stop taking my medication that i am on, Combovir & Sustiva? Would i get really sick & the disease would progrest to the point that i would die?

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What vitamins should I take?

Posted by tommyga

Hey, newly positive. I'm not currently on any meds, but would like to go ahead and start with some vitamins. I'm a 28 yo male, any thoughts on what to take? Read more »

Taking the test

Posted by Anonymous, 1 Reply

I want to take the Hiv test should I go to my HMO or to a clinic like Planned Parenthood ? please reply .

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I am taking a sabbatical

Posted by Florida69, 3 Replies

I am not sure if I am going to make it online in the next few weeks, but I will try. I leave for Hawaii on 12/25/07 @ 6am, and I do not return until 1/2/08. This is my last day of work and I leave at noon today. I may try and check in here at the... Read more »

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