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Years. HIV is the virus that causes AIDS, but the symptoms may lie dormant for years, during which time the infected person may pass the virus on to others unknowingly.
Yes. One can be HIV+ for many years before having any AIDS symptoms.
== == == == I know that tests are more accuarate if you wait 6 months from the time you think that you contracted. At least that's what I was told a few years ago by my doc. As far as what the EARLIEST you can get the symptoms? I dont specifically know that one.....sorry
It is possible for someone to be infected with HIV for a very long time before they experience any symptoms or signs of infection. Some people may be infected for years without knowing. The amount of time varies depending on the person's lifestyle and how their body responds to the infection. Regular HIV testing is the only way to know one's status.
Yes. Most of the time people who are infected with HIV have no outward signs or symptoms.
You are correct. The early symptoms of HIV infection are like the flu.
Symptoms of HIV can not occur in 1 day.
A person does not have AIDS until they are diagnosed with the condiition. AIDS is a result of advanced HIV infection. HIV is the virus that causes AIDS. There are no reliable symptoms that point to HIV infection. The only effective way to know your status is to get tested.
An HIV carrier is someone who has HIV but does not have symptoms of the disease. Because HIV infection is frequently without symptoms, routine screening is important.
Unfortunately YES! You may be HIV positive for 10 or more years without having any symptoms. Therefore the ONLY responsible thing to do is test yourself for HIV.
HIV does not change the appearance of a person's genitals. The penis looks the same. There are no reliable outward signs or symptoms of infection.
Like most diseases, HIV presents itself differently in every person. Some people may have persistent symptoms, while some will experience very few symptoms. One of the most common symptoms of HIV is a fever. Having a fever means that your body temperature is elevated.