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Lessons from AIDS crisis guide response to monkeypox outbreak ...

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hiv seroconversion symptoms :: Article Creator Know Your Status: The Importance Of HIV Testing It's not making major news headlines like in the '80s, but HIV remains a significant health concern. About 38 million people are living with HIV, the virus that causes AIDS, according to the World Health Organization. June 27 is National HIV Testing Day, a reminder to get tested and know your HIV status. This year's theme is self-testing. Knowing your HIV status helps you choose options to stay healthy. Dr. Stacey Rizza, a Mayo Clinic infectious diseases specialist, says people should take the virus more seriously. "I want people to know that it's still prevalent in society," says Dr. Rizza. Dr. Rizza says HIV attacks and weakens the immune system. It destroys a type of white blood cell called CD4 which protects against infections. She says most people in the early phase of the disease often don't know they have it. ...

STDs are at a shocking high. How do we reverse the trend?

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sti that causes vaginal bleeding :: Article Creator Bleeding After Sex: Doctors Explain The Possible Causes Of Light Spotting After Sex Noticing light spotting, bleeding or pink discharge after sex can feel scary. You're not on your period and there's no pain during sex – it might leave you feeling worried and concerned about your health. Often our minds jump to the very worst case scenario, such as the bleeding after sex being a sign of a gynaecological cancer. Perhaps, you might also be thinking light spotting after sex could mean you're pregnant. So, why am I bleeding after sex? While it's important to book in with your GP to have it checked out, it's also highly unlikely to be caused by something sinister, says Dr Claire Bailey, Consultant Gynaecologist and founder of The Vulval Clinic: "Bleeding after sex is a common symptom and there are several reasons why it can happen. This can range from light spotting to a heav...

Lessons from AIDS crisis guide response to monkeypox outbreak ...

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first signs of hiv on skin :: Article Creator Skin Problems And HIV Key points A rash can be a symptom of recent HIV infection. Other infections can also cause skin problems. They may also be a side-effect or allergic reaction to an anti-HIV drug. Allergic drug reactions need urgent medical attention. There are three main causes of skin problems in people living with HIV: interactions between the immune system and HIV, infections, and side-effects of drugs. Some HIV-related skin conditions or treatment-related side-effects can be very serious and require urgent medical attention. The immune system and HIV When people first get HIV, they may experience flu-like symptoms as part of something called a seroconversion illness. This illness may include a non-itchy, red rash lasting 2 to 3 weeks. During ongoing infection, the immune system becomes damaged and this may lead to red and itchy (pruritic) skin. This may be treated with stero...