What was your first HIV symptoms?

Early symptoms of HIV

headache.
fever.
tiredness.
swollen lymph nodes.
sore throat.
thrush.
rash.
muscle and joint pain.

What are the 7 symptoms of HIV?

7 Signs That You May Have HIV

An Unexplained Rash. This photo contains content that some people may find graphic or disturbing.
Swollen Lymph Nodes.
Oral Thrush.
A Sexually Transmitted Infection.
Drenching Night Sweats.
Sudden Unexplained Weight Loss.

Can you have HIV for 40 years and not know?

Some people have HIV for years before they know they have it. According to HIV.gov, symptoms of HIV may not appear for a decade or longer. This doesn’t mean that cases of HIV without symptoms are less serious. Also, a person who doesn’t experience symptoms could still transmit HIV to others.

What are the major signs and symptoms of HIV?

Most people infected by HIV develop a flu-like illness within a month or two after the virus enters the body. This illness, known as primary or acute HIV infection, may last for a few weeks. Possible signs and symptoms include: Fever. Headache. Muscle aches and joint pain. Rash. Sore throat and painful mouth sores.

Can you tell if you have HIV?

The only way you can know for sure if you have HIV is to get tested. Although the virus can cause symptoms, they’re not a reliable way to tell if you’re infected. In fact, some people won’t have any symptoms at all.

How soon do HIV symptoms appear?

Early HIV symptoms usually occur within a couple of weeks to a month or two after infection and are often like a bad case of the flu.

Does someone infected with HIV have symptoms at first?

Symptoms of HIV can vary between individuals however the first signs of infection generally appear within the first 1-2 months. Many, but not all, people will experience severe flu-like symptoms which is your body’s natural response to the virus.