HIV Testing After an Unprotected Exposure: What Happens Next?
Worried after an unprotected exposure to HIV? Learn what happens next, step by step, from the 72-hour PEP window to baseline tests, the window period, and follow-up.
Category: HIV
Why Some HIV Patients Gain or Lose Weight on ART
Why do some people gain or lose weight on HIV treatment? Learn the common reasons behind weight changes on ART and how to manage them safely with your doctor.
Can HIV Symptoms Disappear on Their Own?
Early HIV symptoms can fade on their own, but does that mean the virus is gone? Learn what disappearing symptoms really mean and why testing is the only answer.
How Soon Can HIV Be Detected? Day-by-Day Testing Timeline
How soon can HIV be detected after exposure? A clear day-by-day testing timeline covering the window period, test types, accuracy, and when to retest.
Top 10 HIV Myths Indians Still Believe
Hugging, sharing food, mosquitoes, ‘cures’, many HIV myths still cause stigma in India. Here are the top 10 HIV myths debunked with clear, trusted facts.
Undetectable = Untransmittable? What People living with HIV Need to Know
What does Undetectable = Untransmittable (U=U) really mean? Learn the science, what it means for relationships, and how to reach an undetectable viral load.
HIV Rash or Allergy? Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore
A new rash can be worrying, especially if you have recently had a health scare or a possible exposure to HIV. Learn how to tell the difference between an HIV rash and an allergic reaction, and when to get tested.
PrEP in India: Who Actually Needs It?
PrEP is a medicine that lowers HIV risk for HIV-negative people. Learn who actually needs PrEP in India, how it differs from PEP, the daily and long-acting options now available, and how to start safely with medical guidance.
PEP Failed? Common Mistakes That Reduce Effectiveness
PEP is highly effective when used correctly, and true failure is uncommon. Learn how PEP works, the common mistakes that quietly reduce its effectiveness — starting late, missing doses, stopping early — and exactly what to do next.
Missed an HIV Medicine Dose? Here’s What to Do Next
A missed HIV medicine dose is not a disaster. Learn the safe general rule for what to do next, why ART adherence matters for your viral load and U=U, common reasons doses get missed, and simple ways to stay consistent.
