Knowing where you have been helps you to choose the right path to where you want to go. The history of HIV helps scientists, medical professionals, and patients alike understand the disease and find better ways to fight it. This article examines the history of HIV.

An HIV rash is very common HIV symptoms. An HIV rash can also be related to medications. Here are some quick tips on dealing with an HIV rash.

For those living with HIV, night sweats can be one of the most annoying HIV symptoms. What are night sweats and what can be done to help? Here are the facts about one of the most annoying HIV symptoms..

Your doctor will routinely order blood tests at each of your visits. This collection of blood test fact sheets will help you understand what each of those blood tests are for.

At the beginning of the epidemic, Kaposis Sarcoma was the face of HIV. KS as it is sometimes called is less common in this age of HIV medication. But HIV and Kaposis Sarcoma still walk hand in hand in some patients.

Before you have unsafe sex you should look at these facts about safer sex.

There are many HIV and AIDS myths out there. HIV and AIDS myths are dangerous and contribute to prejudice and stigma. Let's dispel the HIV and AIDS myths with this list of the top ten HIV and AIDS related myths.

Here are some of the most often asked HIV test questions.

The cornerstone of AIDS prevention is condom use. Condoms do prevent HIV and STDs and therefore must be an essential part of AIDS prevention. Condoms are an important part of STD, HIV, and AIDS prevention.

Some people with HIV/AIDS describe it as a burning sensation. Others say that it's like a thousand hot needles poking the feet and hands. These are peripheral neuropathy symptoms. Peripheral neuropathy can be an uncomfortable, very annoying, and sometimes a crippling condition. What causes this problem and what can be done about it?

Everyone wants to know if they are at risk for HIV infection. HIV infections can affect anyone; not just those with the infections. Do the behaviors in which you engage increase your risk of HIV infection or other infections? What is your risk for HIV infection or for that matter sexually transmitted infections?

Your doctor regularly measures CD4 count. What are CD4 cells? What are T-cells? Why are they so important?

Why is the HIV/AIDS epidemic raging out of control in Africa and other undeveloped countries? What is fueling AIDS in Africa? Several factors are contributing to this tragedy.

What are the AIDS defining illnesses? There are approximately 29 illnesses that are said to be AIDS defining.

How is HIV and AIDS diagnosed? What tests are used to diagnose HIV and AIDS?

HIV information is the most important way to stay healthy. Understanding your disease gives you the power to particpate in your care planning. What ten things should everyone know about hiv/aids? Is HIV the same as AIDS? How to get an HIV test? How to tell someone you have HIV. These ten things are what everyone needs to know about hiv and aids.

PCP or pneumocystis pneumonia is one of the most serious opportunistic infections. Caused by the fungus Pneumocystis jiroveci PCP can be fatal if not treated. Check out this guide to pneumocystis pneumonia.

Methamphetamine or Crystal Meth is a supercharged version of amphetamines that have been used as a stimulant since the 1960's. Crystal Meth is very addictive and is a killer. Crystal meth and substance abuse go hand in hand.

While 30% of all people suffer from sinusitis at least once each year, people living with HIV seem to have more frequent and more severe bouts. Why do HIV and sinus infections seem to be common companions?

Condoms are very effective in preventing STDs and HIV when they are used correctly. This feature shows you how to use a condom the right way.