FAQs

Find out what you need to know. We offer a place where you can ask questions about HIV. In Atlanta, GA, Heather Ivy Society addresses your concerns by answering common questions about HIV facts and issues. Read some of them below.

  • Will my HIV medicines give me skin problems?
    Most of the time, there are no skin problems whatsoever. However, in rare instances, HIV medications can cause skin changes. Emtricitabine, which is in Truvada and many single-tablet regimens, can cause darkening of the skin, mainly on the palms and soles. This may happen in 2% of people and is not harmful. Others may cause a fleeting rash.
  • Will my HIV medicines make me gain weight?
  • Can a woman spread HIV to a man?
  • Can a woman spread HIV to another woman during sexual intercourse?
  • Can I spread HIV to my friends or family members?
  • Can I have a pet if I am HIV-positive?
  • Can I have sexual intercourse with my partner if I am HIV-positive?
  • Can I get pregnant if I am HIV-positive?
  • Can I only get pregnant through an artificial insemination if I am HIV-positive?
  • Should I take HIV medicines if I am pregnant?
  • Can I get married if I am HIV-positive?
  • Should I tell my children that I am HIV-positive?
  • Can I go to jail if I have sexual intercourse with my partner?
  • Is there a medicine that my partner can take to prevent him or her from getting HIV?
  • Will my HIV medicines make me lose my hair?
  • Can I get medical or life insurance coverage if I am HIV-positive?
  • Do I have to tell my romantic partner that I am HIV-positive?
  • What is U=U?
  • Will my baby automatically contract HIV if I get pregnant?
  • Will my HIV medicines harm my baby while I am pregnant?
  • Can my partner be prosecuted and jailed for transmitting HIV to me?
  • What is my life-expectancy now that I am HIV-positive?
  • Can I be around babies/ children if I am HIV-positive?
  • Can I breastfeed my baby if I am HIV-positive?
  • Are there certain types of employment that I cannot perform if I am HIV-positive?
  • Can I donate my organs if I am HIV-positive?

Our Sponsors

PERSONALIZED FOR YOU

GET STARTED BY CONNECTING WITH US TODAY

qxif-book View Resources

CALL US: 844.884.9691

STAY IN THE KNOW WITH OUR NEWSLETTER

  • Support Starts Here
  • Our Programs
  • Services
  • Our Mission
  • Resources
  • Testimonials
  • Support
  • Data Collection Tool
  • Events
  • Latest News
  • FAQ's
  • Donate
  • Contact Us

24/7 ONLINE DISCUSSION
Medical and Mental Health Support

OUR LOCATION
2193 Cascade Rd SW
Atlanta GA 30311
Office Hours:
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. - Mon - Thur
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. - Fri
CLOSED - Sat & Sun

© 2023 Heather Ivy Society. All rights reserved. Website developed by GoMe