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I want to know about how Dolutegravir works for HIV. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,I am curious about the latest treatments for HIV/AIDS, specifically medications like Dolutegravir. Can you explain how Dolutegravir works and its effectiveness in managing HIV/AIDS? Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Yes, Dolutegravir is a medication classified as an integrase inhibitor, commonly used in the treatment of HIV/AIDS (human deficiency virus/acquired immunodeficiency virus). It works by blocking the action of an enzyme called integrase, which is... Read Full »
Some of my employees have been struggling with HIV. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I run a farm, and some of my employees have been dealing with HIV. It is tough seeing them struggle, so I have been asking around about the latest treatments. I keep hearing about this medicine called Dolutegravir and how it is supposed to be effective. Can Dolutegravir cure AIDS, or i... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Dolutegravir (antiretroviral medication) helps to decrease the amount of HIV (human immunodeficiency syndrome) in your body so your immune system can work better. This lowers your chance of getting HIV complications (such as new infections... Read Full »
Can I take lamivudine and Zidovudine as prophylaxis after HIV exposure?
Query: Hello doctor, What happens if you take Lamivudine with Zidovudine for PEP (post-exposure prophylaxis)? Does the tablet work, and what is it intended for? I think that i have been exposed to HIV, but I have not been tested and am afraid of having it; however, I have been taking pep pills, but I am un... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Tablet Lamivudine (Epivir) and Zidovudine are anti-HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) medications that are used to suppress HIV but do not kill it. HIV does not have any treatment yet. So, you are taking them for HIV ... Read Full »
My son-in-law is HIV positive. Can he be cured?
Query: Hello doctor, My son in law is HIV positive. His HIV PCR count is 46,938. He has been prescribed Tenvir. I want to know can he be ever cured? My daughter is married to him for only three months now and she is also pregnant. I would like to know if there is any medicine or ayurvedic treatment to get ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. No, there is no treatment available for HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) and your daughter needs to get tested as she might have caught the infection by sexual intercourse. If your daughter is infected then there is a possibility that shepasses the infectionto her ... Read Full »
Can I take the hepatitis B vaccine before HIV meds?
Query: Hello doctor, I just found I am HIV positive, but I am not on medication yet. My CD4/viral load count is 445 /22,500. I do have issues with my liver enzyme Aspartate aminotransferase (AST)=87, Alanine transaminase (ALT)=201, ferritin =800, but negative for hepatitis B. The doctor wants to protect my... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I think it is the right decision to vaccinate against hepatitis B because it protects you against future exposure to this virus. Hepatitis B is having the same routes of transmission as HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) vaccination. Hepatitis B does not interfere with... Read Full »
Is HIV test at three months conclusive?
Query: Hi doctor, After three months of unprotected exposure, I got tested for HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus), and it is negative. What are the chances of getting a positive HIV result after three months? I got to know that in some rare cases it takes up to six months to show antibodies. In which condi... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. The test which you underwent at three months is highly conclusive. But as far as retesting at six months is concerned, here is your answer. The majority of people who are infected with HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) will have a detectable level of anti-HIV antibodies... Read Full »
How can I know my HIV status using RNA intepretation test?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a question concerning the HIV RNA test values and the interpretation of test findings. I was tested for HIV using the RNA test. Kindly help. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. According to both results (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity), HIV 1 RNA levels are below 40 copies/ml, which is considered undetectable. Are you taking anti-HIV medication or was the test performed... Read Full »
Should I be concerned about a possible HIV infection 9 years after sexual intercourse?
Query: Hello doctor, I read on the internet that the HIV virus may require a lot of calories for the immune system to combat the infection. The virus can also affect metabolism, leading to a reduced feeling of hunger and poor absorption of food in the body. As the infection persists without treatment, the ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to iclinq.com. After reviewing your query, I understand your concern. The recommended post-exposure prophylaxis regimens for potential HIV exposure include Tenofovir, Emtricitabine, and Raltegravir, taken twice daily. Since you mentioned that your sexual partner has already been tes... Read Full »
Query: Hello doctor,My uncle is suffering from HIV and his CD4 count is 57. At what stage is his disease at present? He is not feeling hungry and his body temperature is high. He is taking tablets Instgra 50, Telura, Albavir, and Bactrim DS. Kindly suggest a few tips to improve his count. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. With passion, commitment, and experience, I hope I will be able to provide you with a top-class medical opinion. My inference is as follows: As per the stage determination based primarily on CD4 (clusters of differentiation 4) count, your uncle is at stage three of ... Read Full »
I am dating a girl who is HIV positive. What can she do to increase her chances of survival?
Query: Hello doctor,I am currently dating a girl and just found out she has HIV. I want to stay with her and have a future together. What can she do right now to increase her chances of survival, and what can I do to limit my chances of contamination? Any tablet a day you can prescribe?Thanks. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. For your partner, I recommend she should be investigated first for HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) viral load and absolute CD4 count. Besides these investigations, I will also recommend her routine hemogram, biochemistry, Chest X-ray, HBV ... Read Full »