Hi<\/p>\n
Thanks, you ask a few questions, that I will briefly answer here, but see the links for more detailed answers.<\/p>\n
Firstly, I hope you are getting support to help understand HIV – it is good that you are finding out answers to your questions.<\/p>\n
No test can say when you were infected – unless you think this was within the last 6 months or so. See:\u00a0early infection and\u00a0RITA\u00a0testing<\/a>. This is not available in all countries.<\/p>\n When to start treatment depends on where you live because different countries have different guidelines. Most guidelines say that starting when the CD4 count is around 350 is a good time. It sounds like your doctor should talk to you about this, but getting another CD4 count is also a good idea.<\/p>\n See: CD4 counts and starting treatment<\/a>\u00a0and Who needs treatment<\/a>.<\/p>\n It is good to eat a health balanced diet, to be physically and mentally active, and to stop smoking etc. However, diet by itself cannot keep your CD4 count high. Only HIV treatment (ARVs) have been proven to be effective at having this impact on your long-term health.<\/p>\n