HIV and AIDS
HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is a virus that attacks your body.
It stops you from fighting infections or diseases.
This can then lead to AIDS (acquired immune deficiency syndrome).
You can get this by having unprotected sex with someone who has HIV or AIDS and you do not use a condom.
Sharing needles.
A mother who has HIV or AIDS can pass it on to her unborn child.
Men and women can get HIV or AIDS.
Symptoms
Sometimes you do not show any symptoms.
If you have any of the following symptoms speak to your doctor or nurse.
Fever (raised temperature).
Sore throat.
Body rash.
Other Symptoms
Tiredness.
Joint pain.
Muscle pain.
Swollen glands (nodes).
The symptoms can last up to four weeks.
These symptoms can also be caused by conditions other than HIV.
Where to go for information
Lanarkshire HIV, AIDS and Hepatitis Centre
01236 712247
Where to go for testing
- Your own doctor (GP)
- Lanarkshire GUM (Genitourinary medicine) and sexual health service
0300 303 0251
To get free condoms go to:
The doctor (GP), clinic or chemist
Or call 0300 303 0251 for your nearest centre.
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