How long does it take to detect HIV?

Written by Xiong Hong Hai
Infectious Disease
Updated on November 15, 2024
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Actually, the diagnosis of AIDS is mainly through the testing of AIDS antibodies or AIDS nucleic acids, and the antibody test for AIDS needs to be conducted after the window period. Generally, the window period for AIDS is about four weeks, and the test for AIDS antibodies or AIDS nucleic acids should be conducted after four weeks. If the result is positive, then it can be diagnosed. Further confirmation experiments at the disease control center are needed if the AIDS confirmation test is positive to diagnose AIDS. Once diagnosed with AIDS, treatment against the AIDS virus is required.

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"AIDS negative" means what?

HIV negative means that the HIV antibody test is negative, indicating that the person is not infected with HIV. However, this test result is conditional; the test must be conducted after the window period of HIV, which is between the 4th to 8th weeks. Further tests may be necessary at 3 or 6 months if needed.

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What medicine to take for AIDS?

After contracting AIDS, the medication we generally take primarily targets HIV, but this medication does not kill the HIV virus. It only prevents the replication or reproduction of HIV in our bodies. In addition, we might take some immune-modulating drugs, as well as other medications for symptomatic treatment, anti-cancer drugs, and also some traditional Chinese medicines, among others.

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How long does the fever last in AIDS?

People with AIDS are more prone to developing fever. During the onset of AIDS, it is common for the fever to last for over a month, with weight loss exceeding 10 kilograms, along with symptoms such as swollen lymph nodes throughout the body, rash, cough, sore throat, and fever. The fever in AIDS patients is mostly caused by opportunistic infections, typically involving viruses, bacteria, and fungi. The treatment of fever in AIDS should be tailored to the specific circumstances, requiring antiretroviral therapy for HIV and treatment targeting the opportunistic infections.

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Does AIDS transmit through kissing?

AIDS is mainly transmitted through sexual contact, the most common forms being vaginal and anal intercourse. Infection is more likely when there are no protective measures in place, such as not using condoms, through direct contact of the sexual organs. Kissing carries a relatively low risk of infection. However, if the kissing is deep and there are significant mouth ulcers or bleeding gums present, the risk can increase somewhat. Overall, the risk still exists but is very low.

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Is a white coating on the tongue AIDS?

Actually, a white coating on the tongue is not directly related to HIV. In most cases, a white tongue is considered likely due to indigestion, or possibly due to inflammation in the mouth, and there's generally no need to worry too much. If you are concerned about HIV infection, you need to go to a hospital for further testing of HIV antibodies to rule it out. It is advised to rest more, avoid spicy and stimulating foods in your diet, refrain from unclean sexual activities, and avoid frequent sexual activities. This can effectively improve some symptoms and prevent the occurrence of HIV/AIDS.