Asha is also HIV positive.
"People say there is no life after HIV. I would say there is a 'golden' life, even with HIV," says Asha. There are many things relatively unknown about HIV AIDS. Find out about some of them here
Dr. Ashwini Gandhi, consulting gynecologist Hinduja hospital tells you things you may not know about living with HIV.
HIV and Life
Did you know
1. If anyone you know has been diagnosed with HIV, it does not mean that it is the end of life. Anti-retroviral drugs are available now, which are partially effective in controlling the disease. They will be able to lead a normal life even with the disease.
2. In case an HIV positive person is finding it tough to accept the condition, there are specific free HIV counseling sessions organized by NGOs and hospitals. They can consult with leading city hospitals or even their general physician to find out details.
Here are some Mumbai based organisations:
Tata Institute of Social Sciences
Phone - 55563290
Indian Health Organisation
Phone - 23738999
Heroes Project
Phone - 25194713
3. HIV positive people need to get their immunisation shots regularly to avoid infections like pneumonia. Their doctor will administer the shots and the frequency.
4. Taking high doses of medications will not cure AIDS. Self-alterations to medications based on unauthorized recommendations is a complete no-no. Medications prescribed by an authorized physician must be taken in the prescribed amount only.
5. An HIV positive woman will have to perform a PAP test at least once a year. This is because the HPV virus may infect their cervical cells.
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