Q. If I am a HIV Positive, What Should I Do ?
Ans. If you've tested positive for HIV, consider the following: See a health care professional for a complete medical work-up for HIV infection and advice on treatment and health maintenance, make sure you are tested for TB and other STDs. For women, this includes a regular gynaecological exam, Inform your sexual partner(s) about their possible risk for HIV, your local health department has a partner notification program that can assist you, protect others from the virus by following the precautions (for example, always using condoms and not sharing needs with others), protect yourself from any additional exposure to HIV, avoid drug and alcohol use, practice good nutrition, and avoid fatigue and stress, seek support from trustworthy friends and family when possible, and consider getting professional counseling, and find a support group of people who are going through similar experiences.