Question
Where can I meet gay HIV+ people in India?
14 March 2012. Related: All topics, Newly diagnosed, Support.
Hi
Thanks for you support. In Nov 2011, I was tested HIV positive, and my CD4 count was 523. Last week my CD4 test last week came back 670. I felt so good about it, and at the same time I have also gain 8 kg weight. I am not on medication.
I am from Nanded, Maharashtra, India. Can u please tell me where can I meet other gay HIV positive people in Maharashtra India?
Answer
Hello,
Thank-you for your email. I’m sorry to hear about your recent diagnosis but it’s good to hear how positive you sound. Your CD4 is a healthy count which suggests your immune system is still strong. It’s important to attend regular check-ups with your doctor to monitor your CD4 and also your viral load. More information about CD4 counts.
You asked about meeting other HIV positive gay people in Maharashtra. I would suggest contacting the Naz Foundation. Alternatively you could contact the Humsafar Trust who are based in Mumbai.
Both of the groups above may be able to suggest ways for you to contact other HIV+ gay people in the area. I also know that there is still a lot of stigma in India, that makes meeting other gay men difficult enough. Even though a lot of people are HIV positive, very few people are open about their HIV status.
Please do get back to me if you would like any further information.
Hi Arjun, although this is a difficult time, it is really good that you are now on treatment. Your doctor is giving you good advice about the importance of taking your meds carefully and keeping on them even if your CD4 count increases,
You will have plenty of time to continue your main life now, including looking for a partner. This will also be easier once you are more confident about your HIV status as this being something you are still in shock over.
Have you asked your clinic whether you can access other support though, including from another HIV positive person who has already gone through this?
Even I am a hiv positive newly diagnosed i am gay .but my cd4 count is so low 20 right now I am on medication.what my doc told me to not to stop meditation even if our cd4 count is 500 it can reactive at anytime.righy now I need a patner versttop to support me
Hi hongyu, thanks, i-Base does not have any information about this site, and including the link here doesn’t mean that we recommend it in any way.
try https://www.positivesingles.com/en-in/hiv
It’s the largest hiv dating site in india.
Hi Pankaj
Thanks for your email.
I am sorry that i-Base doesn’t have a way to connect individuals but some other groups offer online support and chat.
I am sure you will find someone special to share your life with.
Best wishes
I’m also a 29 years old gay
And HIV undetectable person
Can I get a gay partner for me?
Hello Ajay and thanks for getting in touch.
Even though HIV I-base is not set up for helping people to meet so we will not be disclosing your personal details or email to anyone else, we wish you every luck in finding a supportive partner
Patnar chahiye jo life time thak sath de ske
(translated by google)
Need a partner who can support me for life
Hello Ajay, we only speak English on this site – Apologies but can you send your question in English?
Google translate says you want a gay partner, but I am sorry we only help with information about HIV treatment.
Google अनुवाद कहता है कि आप एक समलैंगिक साथी चाहते हैं, लेकिन मुझे खेद है कि हम केवल एचआईवी उपचार के बारे में जानकारी में मदद करते हैं।
googlai anuvaad kahata hai ki aap ek samalaingik saathee chaahate hain, lekin mujhe khed hai ki ham keval echaeevee upachaar ke baare mein jaanakaaree mein madad karate hain.
Mujhe gay patnar chahiye