HIV AIDS Medical Reference

Get the basic facts about pre-exposure prophylaxis, a medicine you can take when you're HIV-negative to lower your chance of getting infected.

If you get stuck with a needle someone else has used, here’s what to do to lower your chances of getting HIV, hepatitis, and other diseases.

When HIV isn’t under control, you may start getting symptoms you never had before. Here’s what to look out for and how to feel better.

Here’s a look at how far we’ve come in the fight against HIV/AIDS.

You could be one of the 150,000 people living with HIV who don't know they have it. Find out from WebMD whether you should be tested, and then take the appropriate steps so you can have a longer healthier life.

Find answers that people often want to know about HIV and AIDS.

You can know the symptoms and the things that put you at risk, but there’s only one reliable way to know for sure.

HIV/AIDS is a complex disease that requires care from many different doctors. WebMD explains what your treatment team might look like.

WebMD explains how quick action can fight off infection by the virus that causes AIDS.

WebMD explains the different types of HIV, the virus that causes AIDS.

Reports of HIV remissions have researchers optimistic that a cure is possible one day. Learn what it means and how remission differs from a cure.

Rashes are a common, and often the first, symptom of HIV. WebMD tells you what kind of rashes to expect and which ones are serious.

HIV and AIDS are related, but they’re not the same. WebMD explains the difference between the two.

HIV infection can present itself differently in men and women. WebMD explains the symptoms common to both genders and those that are unique to each.

Find out about the causes, symptoms, and treatment of Castleman disease, a rare condition that causes too many cells to grow in your lymph nodes.

Wondering how you get HIV? Worried you might? Find out what's safe and what's not.

The virus and drugs you take to treat it can harm more than your immune system. Find out what can happen and what you can do about it.

Living with HIV today is very different than it was years ago. Learn the truth.

WebMD provides you with questions to ask your doctor about HIV/AIDS.

Caring for someone with advanced AIDS can give you precious time and meaningful experiences with them. As their health changes, so will your role.

Several types of tests can check your blood or body fluids to see if you're infected with HIV.

Find out what the common short- and long-term side effects of antiretroviral therapy are, and get tips to help you deal with them.

Despite the complex challenges, researchers are hopeful about some day making a vaccine that could help your immune system prevent or treat HIV and AIDS.

Someone with AIDS has it when they've lost at least 10% of their body weight, especially muscle. You can take steps to prevent and treat both causes and symptoms.

Many federal, state, and local laws exist to protect your rights to work, education, and privacy if you have HIV. They also ensure access to information, treatment, and support.