HIV drug resistance occurs when the HIV virus mutates in a way that reduces or eliminates the effectiveness of one or more antiretroviral medications. When resistance develops, a medication that once suppressed HIV may no longer work as well — or at all. This can allow the virus to replicate and cause the viral load […]
A syphilis titer is a measurement from a blood test that reflects how active a syphilis infection is in the body. It is expressed as a ratio — for example, 1:2, 1:8, or 1:32. Titers are not just used to diagnose syphilis. They are a key tool for monitoring whether treatment worked and whether someone […]
The science behind U=U and what it means for relationships, intimacy, and living with HIV.
HIV Care and Treatment involves the ongoing medical management of HIV, the virus that affects the immune system. Without treatment, it can progress to AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). Today, with modern medical treatment, most people living with HIV can expect to live long, healthy lives. HIV is a manageable chronic condition, not a terminal diagnosis. […]
A realistic look at feminizing and masculinizing hormone therapy timelines, month by month.
Which tests matter on estrogen and testosterone, target ranges, and how often to check.