Despite challenges, an HIV diagnosis does not preclude dating, marrying, or having a family. The advent of highly active antiretroviral therapy transformed the HIV experience of illness restoring individuals ability to live normal lives managing HIV as a chronic illness.Despite challenges, an HIV diagnosis does not preclude dating, marrying, or having a family. The advent of highly active antiretroviral therapy transformed the HIV experience of illness restoring individuals ability to live normal lives managing HIV

Can ARV cause your face to be dark?

Photodermatitis. This is a skin condition in which the skin reacts to exposure to the sun by turning darker in color. Its most common in people of color, but anyone with HIV is susceptible to photodermatitis. If youre taking medications to improve immune strength, you may have this reaction as a side effect.

How CD4 count is increased?

When you take HIV treatment, your CD4 count should gradually increase. Apart from HIV treatment, there are no medications, vitamins or supplements that are proven to be effective in boosting the immune system and increasing your CD4 count.

How can you tell if someone is using ARVs?

The only way to tell if a person has HIV is through the HIV Antibody Test, which detects the presence of antibodies produced by the body in response to the HIV virus. It can take up to three months for antibodies to be developed.