Greetings

How are all my readers doing?

For those who have wrote in to me, I hope you are well, going through the process, coping, seeking care and what nots.

If you need a listening ear or someone to confide in, feel free - just don't ask for my identity or name :)


Cheers!

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  1. Anonymous27 May 2017 at 17:18

    do you have any idea about HIV support group/ treatment in penang?

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    1. Anonymous27 May 2017 at 17:48

      Nope sorry I don't. But I believe the process (at Penang GH or Klinik kesihatan) is more or less the same.

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    2. Anonymous27 May 2017 at 19:35

      ok, thanks. yes, i think so. will explore it very soon. have a nice weekend.

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  2. Anonymous5 June 2017 at 00:49

    Hi,

    I'm recently started treatment as well in MY, i'm on Emtricitabine/tenofovir + efavirenz. on dat 8 i have rash, now i still have it.

    do you have any experience with rashes with ARVs ??

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    1. Anonymous5 June 2017 at 09:16

      Rashes are common, but if you want to bring it under control yourself, you can use calamine lotion or buy over-the-counter drowsy antihistamines (don't get the non-drowsy types).

      If not, you can let your doctor know, but rashes are common and they do go away soon.

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  3. Anonymous5 June 2017 at 13:18

    Thanks.
    rash on body subside but new on forearm.

    When I was diag +ve, i tot it would be over, i am thankful our gov is taking care of us.

    With support from gov (med+care) i got hope.

    and your blog is very informative, glad you have documented your experience.

    TQVM.

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    1. Anonymous5 June 2017 at 15:48

      Then you'll be fine soon. Just drink more water and get some rest.

      Well, I'd like to think of it as making our tax money worth paying haha!

      Thanks for your support reading, I try to make it relevant from a local perspective.

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    2. Anonymous2 July 2017 at 18:59

      Usually the rashes will be for how long? will it be very obvious until on hand, neck or face?

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  4. Anonymous3 July 2017 at 06:47

    You can expect a couple days. Depending on how mild it is, hand definitely. Neck and face may only be if it's severe enough.

    I don't know for sure - cos I only had very mild rashes on my thighs and that's it.

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