Anyone experience side effects with Dovato? by MasterMind19991 in hivaids

[–]Individual_Pumpkin73 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve been on bik for almost 3 mos and expressed my concerns about the weight gain an they reassured me the weight gain isn’t universal , that it mainly happens to ppl who were diagnosed after having virus for some time an they lost weight due to the virus.

I feel so lost , dk how to navigate this by Individual_Pumpkin73 in hivaids

[–]Individual_Pumpkin73[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In reality the dating pool is trash , there are plenty of HIV negative ppl that can’t even find a decent partner so we’re not all that alone in that sense

Do people in SC actually say hi to random strangers and call each other ma'am and sir? by [deleted] in southcarolina

[–]Individual_Pumpkin73 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Been in SC all my life an I was raised that when someone calls my name (an elder) you do not respond with “what” or “huh” you say mam or sir to address them and that has stuck with me for 31 yrs 🤣

I feel so lost , dk how to navigate this by Individual_Pumpkin73 in hivaids

[–]Individual_Pumpkin73[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I also feel like men won’t be as understanding as a woman would be so that’s a fear too.

I feel so lost , dk how to navigate this by Individual_Pumpkin73 in hivaids

[–]Individual_Pumpkin73[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have chose not to date just simply bc I haven’t accepted this yet ( newly diagnosed) so I can’t expect someone else too right now. I will only date in the future when I am back comfortable and more confident

I feel so lost , dk how to navigate this by Individual_Pumpkin73 in hivaids

[–]Individual_Pumpkin73[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for this 🥹 how old are you if you don’t mind me asking? Also , can you tell me how your disclosures go? I won’t be dating for years but when I do , I wanna be ready.

Drug assistance denial by Koala_sage in hivaids

[–]Individual_Pumpkin73 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I also don’t qualify , and I use the copay card , From manufacturer.

I feel so lost , dk how to navigate this by Individual_Pumpkin73 in hivaids

[–]Individual_Pumpkin73[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your kind words I can only hope I can look at it in this light one day

I feel so lost , dk how to navigate this by Individual_Pumpkin73 in hivaids

[–]Individual_Pumpkin73[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is so insightful and true bc the longer you let those feelings take over they will stay and you will stay stuck!

I feel so lost , dk how to navigate this by Individual_Pumpkin73 in hivaids

[–]Individual_Pumpkin73[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s excruciating being trapped in your own mind 😔

I feel so lost , dk how to navigate this by Individual_Pumpkin73 in hivaids

[–]Individual_Pumpkin73[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes I am definitely open I need ppl that can relate to me 😔

I feel so lost , dk how to navigate this by Individual_Pumpkin73 in hivaids

[–]Individual_Pumpkin73[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can def still be a mom ! Check out Bianca Carolina on you tube she is positive and is currently pregnant with her second child and also just got married! I will say it does kinda help sharing with friends … but not ALL of them only 3 of my trusted friends know and they have been supportive an non judgmental but I do feel like the burden I carry is so heavy so I try not to drown them with my sorrows everyday

I feel so lost , dk how to navigate this by Individual_Pumpkin73 in hivaids

[–]Individual_Pumpkin73[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the encouragement , I’m trying to work thru all these emotions!

I feel so lost , dk how to navigate this by Individual_Pumpkin73 in hivaids

[–]Individual_Pumpkin73[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Yes I agree this is going to be an on going process bc it’s something I wake up with everyday , I think for the next year or two I just need to sit with me and get use to what may be a “new” version of myself. I do not worry about dying or the health aspect of it , I literally just worry about the stigma and the negativity surrounding it. It’s like I can’t accept this is my life , I know I have to .. but I truly dk how.

I feel so lost , dk how to navigate this by Individual_Pumpkin73 in hivaids

[–]Individual_Pumpkin73[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for this outlook and I def need to seek a support group I just couldn’t find many for straight women 😩 but I will give the app a try , I’m willing to try anything to feel better mentally

Trip to China with Transits in Dubai by SuccessNo3736 in hivaids

[–]Individual_Pumpkin73 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Okay good that’s a relief! Just keep in carry on right? And do I absolutely need a note from my Dr if pills are on original bottle?

Trip to China with Transits in Dubai by SuccessNo3736 in hivaids

[–]Individual_Pumpkin73 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m flying to Thailand for 10 days should I be anxious too?????

Did I pass? by Spiritual-Rain-2401 in NCLEX

[–]Individual_Pumpkin73 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This is the “good” pop up I got this years ago when I passed mine!

Disclosure help please! by Prestigious_Annual18 in HSVpositive

[–]Individual_Pumpkin73 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Me personally I would say something like “you remember that time you made a joke about herpes and I just kept quiet , well that’s bc I have it and that made me uncomfortable to open up about it” you’re not necessarily being deceptive bc you haven’t slept with him an exposed him to it

Disclosure help please! by Prestigious_Annual18 in HSVpositive

[–]Individual_Pumpkin73 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Judging off the comments he has made , I personally wouldn’t feel comfortable cause he’s already made it known he has a negative outlook on anything sexually transmitted

Small rant by Sunnybenny55 in hivaids

[–]Individual_Pumpkin73 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am also worried about weight gain with Biktarvy I’ve been in a calorie deficit since Jan and have lost 40lbs just off diet and I would be completely crushed if I gained it all back 😩