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Question: Why is my face getting like this ? Its a lottle flakey , ive bever had dry skin before if anything i have oily skin it itches a little ... Im concered because could it be a symptom of hiv ? Ive gotton tested 2 times in the past 6 months one blood test one home test also my partner recently had an ab/ag combo test i belive that was the name and he said they came back non-reactive but im still concered about this
Brief Answer:
Typical acne. No need to worry.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome to Healthcare Magic.
I had gone through your question and understand your concerns.
In my opinion you do not have to be worry because this looks like a typical acne. Also acne is not a sign of the HIV infection.
The rule is that after unprotected sex you should be tested within 3 months and re-tested after 6 months. You have had two HIV tests that were negative so you are not HIV infected.
Acne occurs when sebaceous glands become overactive and produce too much sebum which blocks the follicle so it is not associated with HIV infection.
Use facial cleansers regularly (every morning and evening). Always remove make-up before going to bed. Do not squeeze spots because this can make them worse.
Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.
Typical acne. No need to worry.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome to Healthcare Magic.
I had gone through your question and understand your concerns.
In my opinion you do not have to be worry because this looks like a typical acne. Also acne is not a sign of the HIV infection.
The rule is that after unprotected sex you should be tested within 3 months and re-tested after 6 months. You have had two HIV tests that were negative so you are not HIV infected.
Acne occurs when sebaceous glands become overactive and produce too much sebum which blocks the follicle so it is not associated with HIV infection.
Use facial cleansers regularly (every morning and evening). Always remove make-up before going to bed. Do not squeeze spots because this can make them worse.
Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj
Okay , quick question what are the main symptoms a woman gets when shes infected with hiv ?
Brief Answer:
Flu-like symptoms.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Sorry for late reply.
Within a month of HIV infection you may experience flu-like symptoms. The most common is fever but also muscle and joint aches or sore throat. But many people who are infected do not have any symptoms for years.
Best regards.
Flu-like symptoms.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Sorry for late reply.
Within a month of HIV infection you may experience flu-like symptoms. The most common is fever but also muscle and joint aches or sore throat. But many people who are infected do not have any symptoms for years.
Best regards.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Neel Kudchadkar
Brief Answer:
Anxiety may be the reason.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Nausea and delayed period are not associated with HIV infection. These symptoms may be due to anxiety, stomach flu, lactose intolerance (milk) or irritable bowel syndrome. You should stop thinking about HIV infection because this is the most possible reason of our symptoms.
Best regards.
Anxiety may be the reason.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Nausea and delayed period are not associated with HIV infection. These symptoms may be due to anxiety, stomach flu, lactose intolerance (milk) or irritable bowel syndrome. You should stop thinking about HIV infection because this is the most possible reason of our symptoms.
Best regards.
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Pradeep Vitta
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