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Are Boils In Underarms A Symptom Of HIV? History Of TB. Have Regular Cough And Cold. Reason?
Hi I read that if we get boils in the underarms area it can be a symptom of HIV I was treated for TB last year and was cured completely but after also i do have cold and cough on regular basis. I have done my blood tests several times for HIV but every time it is Negative I have done this 4 times in last 6 months.As I am afraid that why i am having all these diseases. Kindly advice what to do
Mon, 4 Mar 2013
Hi
Boils in the underarms is due to infection,mainly of hair follicles.It is a common problem.It is not only seen in HIV positive people,but also others.It is not a specific feauture of HIV.HIV leads to decreased immunity and so there will be increased chance of infections.It does not mean that all the infections are due to HIV.
There is no relation between Boils and TB .
Cold and cough are due to allergy and superimposed infection.
Please take antibiotic like Azithromycin,Anti inflammatory drug along with antihistamine.
Wish you speedy recovery.
Regards
Boils in the underarms is due to infection,mainly of hair follicles.It is a common problem.It is not only seen in HIV positive people,but also others.It is not a specific feauture of HIV.HIV leads to decreased immunity and so there will be increased chance of infections.It does not mean that all the infections are due to HIV.
There is no relation between Boils and TB .
Cold and cough are due to allergy and superimposed infection.
Please take antibiotic like Azithromycin,Anti inflammatory drug along with antihistamine.
Wish you speedy recovery.
Regards
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Thanks for coming to HCM. Please discuss with your physician regarding your symptoms who can do tests to confirm that your tuberculosis got cured completely.
Repeated non-specific infections can be due to poor immunity of body to fight against infectious organisms; HIV infection is one of the causes. Other common causes include poor nutrition status, dietary habits, stress level, and emotional status, excess sugar, alcohol intake, lack of sleep, and inactivity (lack of exercise). A common cause of recurrent infections is unhygienic living conditions. Please check for these than getting multiple blood tests.
Please ensure you follow safe sexual practices to avoid getting any sexually transmitted diseases (including HIV infection). You can contact a psychologist/psychiatrist if you need help further to alleviate your anxiety.
Wish you good health!
Thanks for coming to HCM. Please discuss with your physician regarding your symptoms who can do tests to confirm that your tuberculosis got cured completely.
Repeated non-specific infections can be due to poor immunity of body to fight against infectious organisms; HIV infection is one of the causes. Other common causes include poor nutrition status, dietary habits, stress level, and emotional status, excess sugar, alcohol intake, lack of sleep, and inactivity (lack of exercise). A common cause of recurrent infections is unhygienic living conditions. Please check for these than getting multiple blood tests.
Please ensure you follow safe sexual practices to avoid getting any sexually transmitted diseases (including HIV infection). You can contact a psychologist/psychiatrist if you need help further to alleviate your anxiety.
Wish you good health!
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