Medical articles of HIV

22/10/2024
Written by Top Doctors
Put some PrEP in your step: a guide
Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) are antiviral medications used to prevent the spread of disease for people who have not been exposed. It is known for its use against the transmission of human immunodeficiency viruses (HIV). HIV is spread via bodily fluids like blood, breast milk, semen, and vaginal fluids, but not through saliva. PrEP is a beneficial asset for those who are having unprotected sex, sex with multiple partners, or intravenously taking substances. A respected physician in sexual health told Top Doctors all about this incredible medication.
25/07/2024
Mr Ashwin Sridhar
Consultant Urologist and Robotic Prostate and Bladder Cancer Surgeon
Addressing the complexities of Testicular Cancer
Testicular cancer is a complex disease with various facets that demand attention for effective management. In his latest online article, Mr Ashwin Sridhar explores the early signs, risk factors, diagnosis, treatment options, and long-term effects of this condition.
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24/06/2024
Dr Priyanka Patel
Consultant Gynaecologist
Why are sexual health check-ups important?
Sexual health check-ups are essential because, while sexually transmitted infections (STIs) can be silent, they can also have significant health implications. STIs such as chlamydia can affect female fertility and HIV weakens the immune system. In this informative article, leading consultant gynaecologist Dr Priyanka Patel provides a detailed in-depth look at this topic.
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22/11/2023
Dr Emily Lord
Consultant in sexual and reproductive health
PrEP explained: A guide
In her latest online article, Dr Emily Lord gives us her insights into PrEP. She talks about what it is, how it works, who should take it, side effects, how to take PrEP, monitoring and how to access PrEP.
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07/10/2020
Dr Indrajith Karunaratne
Specialist in Genitourinary Medicine
What is the best treatment for HIV?
While we still don't have a widespread drug that can cure the disease, there are a wide variety of effective treatments available for people with HIV, allowing them to live a long and healthy life with no risk of transmitting the virus to their partners. So, we spoke to Dr Indrajith Karunaratne, a leading consultant in genitourinary medicine to understand more about these treatments and what the general outlook is like now for people living with HIV.
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07/02/2018
Written by Top Doctors
Can HIV and AIDS be cured?
Sexual health expert Dr Nneka Nwokolo dispels some of the biggest myths surrounding HIV, such as whether it can be caught from kissing, whether there is a cure and what the life expectancy is like.
07/11/2017
Dr Nneka Nwokolo
Genitourinary Specialist
HIV - cause, symptoms and treatment
Sexual health physician Dr Nneka Nwokolo discusses who is most likely at risk of contracting the virus and the difference between HIV and AIDS.