When dealing with certain types of infectious diseases, you must
understand your disease and how it can affect your body and others.
You should be sure to talk to your infectious disease consultant
about how to manage your condition, especially if it’s a disease
that is not curable. One common infectious disease is HIV and it’s
very possible to live a completely normal life while living with HIV.
You must discuss your condition with your infectious disease
consultant to ensure you’re on the right treatment plan and your
condition is under control.
Living With HIV
It’s important that you understand your overall health and the conditions that can affect it. It’s important to know how your disease can spread to others and how to control it. HIV infection spreads through bodily fluids. This could mean through sexual encounters or needle sharing. While there is no known cure, there are ways to control your HIV and prevent the spread to partners.
Your infectious disease consultant will discuss your medical history and other conditions you might struggle with. This can help them understand the correct treatment plan for your HIV and how to protect you from further complications. It’s important to follow instructions closely and take medication as prescribed. This includes taking it at specific times and with or without food.
If you find that you’re dealing with side effects, you should be sure to discuss these with your doctor as soon as possible to get them under control. When you take your medication and follow instructions, you protect others from catching the disease and help protect against any sickness for yourself.
Contact Your Infectious Disease Specialist Today
Make sure you understand HIV and how it affects your life. Contact Dr. Laurie Welton at Infectious Diseases Consultants of the Treasure Coast in Vero Beach and Sebastian, FL, at (772) 299-7009 to learn more about HIV and how your infectious disease specialist can help you.