HIV positive
Tina and HIV
Considerations for
HIV+ men
Tina and meds
Tina and seroconversion
Multiple
infections - HIV
HCV STI
STIs
The more stressed our body is, the more susceptible we will
be to infections. Tina creates a context that stresses our
immune systems. Be extra careful when feeling tired or run
down. The demands on our immune system increase the more partners
we have sex with. If we have HIV and another sexually transmitted
infection (STI), we are more likely to transmit HIV. If we're
HIV negative and have an STI, we're more likely to become
infected with HIV if exposed.
The most common symptoms of STIs include itching, burning,
or discharge from the dick and/or ass. We can get some STIs,
such as gonorrhea, in our throats if we give head. If we have
an STI in our throats we may not have any symptoms. Rashes
or bumps anywhere on the body, that may or may not itch or
be painful, can also be symptoms of an STI. Familiarize yourself
with the symptoms and signs. Don’t delay seeking treatment
if you notice suspicious symptoms.
Regular testing helps to monitor potential infections and
their status even though they may not exhibit symptoms currently.
The recommended tests are:
• Urine testing for Chlamydia and Gonorrhea if you get
sucked.
• Throat swabs for Chlamydia and Gonorrhea
if you suck cock.
• Rectal swabs for Chlamydia and
Gonorrhea if you bottom without condoms. (A genital and external
anal exam, and if appropriate an internal anal exam.)
•
Blood test for Syphilis
• Blood test for HIV
• Blood test for Hepatitis A, B and C
Ask your doctor to monitor liver functions and blood pressure
as well. It’s important to monitor potential health
implications of Tina use.
Know Hepatitis and get vaccinated. The Hepatitis A virus
(HAV) is transmitted from ass play to your mouth. Rimming
and barebacking can expose you to fecal matter and put you
at risk for HCA transmission. The Hepatitis B virus (HBV)
is easily transmitted through barebacking. HCA and HCB vaccines
are recommend for anyone who is HIV+ and for all guys who
play with multiple partners.
The Hepatitis C virus (HCV) is transmitted primarily through
sex and contact with infected blood especially sharing needles.
There is no cure and no vaccine for HCV.
 TIP: If
you bareback please check out our ‘Risk reduction tips
for barebackers’ article here.
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