Question
Can positive people marry?
3 October 2021. Related: All topics, Children, Life expectancy, Living with HIV long-term.
I’m taking ARVs. How long can I expect to live? Can I marry and have children?
Answer
Thanks for getting in touch.
Yes you can marry and yes you can try for a baby, your status shouldn’t be a barrier to this. Please see Q 6 here:
https://i-base.info/qa/what-are-the-most-asked-questions
With regards to living with HIV. HIV is now a very treatable health condition. People who are positive can expect to same the as negative people. Please see Q 10 in the above link.
The key to living well with HIV is adheres to ART. If you’re adhering to your medication then you’re already doing the best thing possible for your health.
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