Comments on: How close are they to finding a cure?

By: Peter

Peter — Sun, 18 Apr 2010 21:17:57 +0000

Tropical fruit,
Try Pozmatch.com dating site for positive people. I know of people who have met and had children through this site.

By: Charlotte Walker

Charlotte Walker — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 16:58:08 +0000

Please do not give up hope of getting married or having children. Being HIV positive doesn’t mean you can’t have a relationship. It is now possible to take medications when you are pregnant to protect your child from getting HIV.

I understand how hard it is to tell someone about your status but if they care about you they will love you no matter what. Remember, talking about your status to a loved one is a process not an event. You first need to sensitise them about what HIV is, how it can be transmitted and what it means to live with someone who is HIV positive. That way they will understand the risks and won’t run away when you decide to tell them you are HIV positive.

Do you have any support? It might help talking to other people who are HIV positive in your area to share experiences with them.

By: tropical fruit

tropical fruit — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 00:47:01 +0000

Thanks for your reply. I am doing well on treatment and always take my treatment on time. It has been 4 years since I found out I was HIV positive but I have never accepted it. I take my medication because I want to live. I am just worried that I may never be able to get married or have kids since it will be difficult for people to accept me if they find out. I stopped thinking about the future long ago and live for today. I have stopped taking relationships seriously and have erased love from my dictionary. It hurts the most when your rejected by a loved one. I pray everyday for a cure.