My HIV Story
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 28 ก.ย. 2024
- This is my HIV story. I was diagnosed HIV positive in 2011 and became undetectable in 2014.
I've made this video to raise awareness, fight stigma and share my experiences of being diagnosed as HIV positive in the hope that anyone else in the same place I was 9 years ago may not see their diagnosis as the end of the world.
#hiv #hivpositive #hivawareness #worldaidsday #worldaidsday2020 #uequalsu #hivmeds #hivtesting #mystory #myhivstory #cantpassiton
36 years, i have lived with this virus, I was told I would be dead in 2 to 5 years. but here I am 65 years old and no plans for my future, because I didn't think I would be here, You are young and you Must plan for your future and keep on living.
At what age did you start treatment?
I start traitement before 7 months 🥹 i so scare
Aids isnt nice at all just a virus who eats your immune system 24/7@Oula1994
Beautiful soul. And for the rest of the people with HIV, don't ever forget that you guys are the same old you with or without the virus. You matter and are all loved by your family, friends and the same God.
Thank you so much for your kind comment. Sending love 💙
@@meandhiv you welcome Matt.
@@meandhiv First thank you for being so brave to share your story. Im became HIV positive because I was stab with something in my back on a city bus. The guy sitting behind me stabbed me with something, and I didn't check it immediately and the window period had passed. I was 41 at the time and never thought I'd have to deal with something like that. I made a mistake not going straight to the hospital, and now I have this disease. I thinking about dieing everyday now, and before this happened I was looking forward to getting old. Again thanks for sharing your story
@@bladebrown4341 ohh really, so sad 🥺🥺🥺
@@bladebrown4341My heart broke for you. How can people be so cruel. Sending you love ❤
I was diagnosed two months ago, some people dont feel any symptoms. I went in for a infection on my right foot that was caused by a bug bite and they couldn't find an infection source. I was then told they did a hiv test and i came reactive. I can still hear the Drs voice and the feeling of emptiness in my stomach. I wanted to end my life at that moment. Im lucky to have a supportive mom and sister who i have only told but not everyone is as lucky. Thank you for your story.
@@Lee-1 years back before my partner and i started dating.
@@Lee-1 and all these years i never experienced that really bad cold or flue alot of people experience when first infected. I was checked by my dr and they also said im lucky to not have developed the physical changes that comes with having hiv. Those changed being unsual rashes, whitening of the tounge, white puss or bumps on my genitals.
I'm sorry to hear of you diagnosis. How are you coping with it? Around 20% of people don't have any symptoms, and some times it can be years before HIV is picked up. I'm so glad to hear that your family have been supportive - it's so important to have that support around you. 💙
I had no symptoms. I got tested because I kept hearing that the guy I had been with had it for a long time before we ever got together and he knew he had it. After I broke up with him, he was gloating that he gave it to me. Luckily word got back to me but denial is a powerful thing and I waited a year to get tested. That was a different time and I was only 19 caught somewhere between a boy and a man. The good meds had just been made available, thank God!
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I can definitely relate to facing stigma from hiv. I've been poz since 2002. I was 19 then when someone intentionally infected me. I never thought I'd ever meet someone so evil. To those just finding out, you will live a long life. I've had it almost 20 years and I've been undetectable for the 18 years that I've been on meds. I just wish it wasn't such hell on dating! Not like I could accidentally give it to anyone since undetectable equals untransmittable. Wish ppl were educated about it. It's not so bad though really. Don't give up on your hopes and dreams in life and you'll live a normal life!
It's so sad to hear of people intentionally passing HIV on. I'm sorry you went through that experience. I echo your comments - thank you for sharing. Stigma is still rife and education is key to challenging stigma and fighting the negativity around HIV
@@meandhiv It happened to me last year on a bus. Something stuck me in my back and the guy sitting behind me was acting weird just looking straight. I should have check it out immediately at a hospital to see if there was puncher hole but didn't. I have been celibate for over 2yrs. I got sick in August with all HIV symptoms. I'm now positive. How could someone be so evil to stick some with a needle
Wow, ❤️❤️❤️
hiv can be naturally cured within the body within a period of time. This is directly said by the DOCTOR who discovered the HIV virus.
I need your help
Matt thankyou for your story I’ve lost 3 men friends with HIV , people need to talk more about this
Proud of you. You’re becoming the best version of yourself and you don’t even realise it. To the moon and back, pup. 🖤
Thank you, it means a lot. Working on it! All the love 💙💙
Oh yess 🙂
Hi bro
This is a very brave story. Good on you and keep well. We need to end the stigma.
Thank you very much! We do, and we will end the stigma!! 💪🏻
Thank you for sharing your story. It’s so important for people to know that HIV isn’t a death sentence anymore. Xx
Thank you Glyn. I completely agree. With the virus under control we can like a healthy and long life as anyone else 💙
It’s a life sentence
Yes and no. Some don’t respond to medicine and some can’t afford the medicine
I Just Truly wanted to Thank You for this Heartfelt Message😞 I could feel not just your pain, but also the pain you feel for others whom are less fortunate dealing with this global crisis. Again Thank You….❤
I subscribed already and am proud of you for having the courage to speak about it
Thank you for your support Maggie! I'll be putting some more videos out over the next few weeks
Bravo Matt. So proud of you. Beautifully done xx
Thank you, Lorraine. That means a lot to me. X
You’re beautiful inside and out. Thanks for being open and sharing, this helps others be brave about their life.
Thank you so much, very kind of you.
@@meandhiv Someone poked me in my back on a bus in NY last year. I wasn't sure what poked me so foolish me didn't go straight the hospital. Then I got sick and 11months later I have HIV symptoms. I've tested several times since then so far the test have came back non reactive. A doctor recommend I test another 6months to be sure. I'm having white tongue sore throat, ulcers, weight loss fatigue.
Edit... This happened when I was 41yr and I just turned 42yr. Never thought at my age i would be in this situation
I hope you’re still living with happiness you deserve. I’m rooting for you Dude!
@Docbraid HIV can’t be cured
@Docbraid HIV doesn’t have a cure, you were probably scammed
I'm so happy you are doing well. Please keep raising awareness. I wish I would've told my friend to get tested regularly when he came out to me several months ago. When we found out he was HIV positive after being in the hospital for sever symptoms we thought he would eventually be fine too. Bone marrow surgery, blood transfusions and medication. He passed a week ago and I still don't understand why. Why him?! I miss him so much.
Thank you for you comment, Elizabeth. I'm so, so sorry to hear about your friend - I can't imagine how hard that must be. It's so sad to still hear stories of HIV taking the lives of loved ones far too early. Sending you all the love in the world. Take care of yourself. 💙
I'm so sorry to hear you lost your friend. I know it's been 2 years now it appears but I hope you are feeling peace today and have found comfort since then.
Good job little brother! Even if this video helps one person then its done a good job!
Hi Matt. Thanks for your honesty and for being brave to talk about it. You are really a good and gentle person.
Ur a brave man.... I loved the way u were honest about yourself and the health.. God bless you dear....
Thank you so much. Its important to share I believe.
Hey Matt! I share the same pain with you. I got diagnosed with HIV in Feb 2022 and the world seemed to have fallen apart when i got my results. But my doctors gave me hope that HIV is not the end of life as it used to be in the 80s. 9 months down the line in the journey i thank God , my beautiful family who stayed beside me in these tough times. And i am living a life way healthier than I ever did. Cheers to you, cheers to us ❤️
Kese ho dost
Apko kese hua tha brother
Hey bro how are you now
What were your signs?
@siddharthagoyal41 from where you got infected HIV?
God is leading you to tell your story I had to pause this video because it had tears running down my face. Thank you for posting :)
Thank you so much. Sorry to have made you upset! 💙💙
You missed an important part of your story > what led you to getting infected because between the words I could tell you were not the victim of accidental infection e.g. dentist procedure etc. This is the most important part that needs to be said to others.
Absolutely amazing. Well done Matt x
Thank you so much Emma! X
You are incredibly strong!! God bless you ❤
So proud, you are amazing and an inspiration. Xx
Thank you Joelle. 💙
Great informative video for those who are newly diagnosed or engaging in risky sexual activities💕.
I’m having my own HIV scare due to a finger prick at work from a dirty needle. The sharps container on my medication cart was overflowed.
I am currently HIV negative it has been a little over a month since the incident. I know the chances of contracting HIV is next to nothing but it is still possible. I haven’t been thinking about it much...I will know my true results within a few months from now (the body takes months to develop antibodies to the illness) It’s too early to tell.
Thank you for watching and commenting! I'm really sorry to hear of your recent incident. I do hope all is well and you receive a negative result. Sometimes it's good to not think about these things too much isn't. Just make sure to take care of yourself 💙
How did it go? Plz update us
Very brave man! Best of luck Matt!
i am so sorry to hear this and really really appreciate your story.
Thanks so much for sharing your story. Love from Sydney
Thank you for the love! 💙
Due to my HIV infection, I lost everything, I was dismissed from the university, and currently, also, I will be deported from the country and unfortunately, I have no place in the homeland because of that. it has been a year now and I'm not receiving any medication. How cruel is life :(
I'm really sorry that this happened to you. No-one should be discriminated against in this way due to their status. Is there a specific reason why you're not receiving treatment? General guidance is to start ARVs as soon as you receive a diagnosis
@@meandhiv Thank you for your concern, will, I'm not receiving any treatment because I'm not a citizen. ( that's the law for foreigners). So I have to leave immediately, but because of the pandemic, I still have a reason to stay until I find a solution.
What their doing is not legal as you shouldnt be descimitated due to HIV status .
Where are you located ? Let me help you !
@@Damarleylaing Thank you so much, I still in Russia
We proud of you. Stay strong
Thank you! 💙
You are so brave. I am a sexual abuse victim which stayed continued for years. Later, i came to know he came out HIV positive. That was painful. I got traumatized. I couldn't sleep at nights. It took me 16 months to gather courage to get tested. I came out negative. I wish you a good life ahead, matt. ❤
Huge respect to you Matt! 🤝🤝
Your story is AMAZING!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SHARING
Brave story . Keep going buddy 😎
Thank you so much! 😊
Blessings for you 🙏🏻🧘🏻♀️
Thank you 💙
Its 4months now when tested hiv and lhave it ,started medicine in time ,ltold my wife and she run away ,ltold my close friend and now lsee he doesn't want to be close to me lfear to tell anyone, sometimes lfill lonely no jobs to struggle is hard,you wake up sometimes tired side effects of drugs lfill nothing to the world 😭😭😭
I'm really sorry to hear this, I can't imagine how hard it must be but try not to lose hope. you are strong and you will make it through this, then you'll come out the other side even stronger!
If you're struggling with side effects, speak to your doctor and make sure they're aware. They may be able to suggest a different medication. Look after yourself!
@@meandhiv thanks
You will be fine I'm positive two weeks ago.. im still coping for my depression but im getting there... I can sleep now but not normal but im still thankful I get hours of sleep it makes me feel good and it give me chance that I can live healthy and happy.. im getting there... we can fight this...
@@marklewis4647 that's good my brother now lam strong
When I first was diagnosed I made the mistake of telling too many people, it was freeing for me and that's just how I coped with it. I live in a small town though and all these years later ppl don't see me, they only see hiv. I've learned to stop caring what others think. Sometimes you don't know how strong you are until you don't have a choice. Use this as a tool to find out who your true friends are. Best of luck to you and God bless!
So thankful for your message. Live your beautiful life friend.
It must have been a hard time for you. We can be glad that we have medication nowadays. I wish you the best
. Thank you for sharing. 🙂❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏
Thanks for your lovely comment! It was very tough at the start. The meds are amazing! 💙💙
Hi there iam glad that you are living an excellent live just have a question lknow you are positive but how long were you hiv positive before you fond out your results did you find out right away lknow people say after 3 or 6 months from a possible exposure so is this ? thanks
I pray that one day I will have the courage to speak up
Take your time and love and look after yourself. When the time's right, you'll know 💙
Thank you for sharing. You are brave.
You touch my heart and thank for the video
Thank you for your telling Story
The cure is almost here.
Fingers crossed! Trials have started 🤞🏻🤞🏻
@@meandhiv Have you seen the videos from American Gene Technologies ?
No I haven't. I'll have a little look
@@meandhiv Absolutely amazing work they're doing. The FDA and NIH have both given the green light on testing. It's a single dose treatment.
Thats fantastic news. It does look like they're doing great work! We're still waiting for approval on long lasting injectables in the UK, however they are trialing a cure with Oxford at the moment and it looks promising
I’m gay as well I’ve been paranoid about this virus scary stuff so did you have this from the start or did you mean you got it from your first partner
How many years does it take to be undetectable?
Did you feel early HIV symptoms in the first weeks when you got infected? Did you get fever in the early weeks?
Hi Reyneer, I didnt feel much in the first few weeks. I think it was around the 6-8 week point when I had fever, a rash and sickness
Was it a whole body rash mind if i ask
Thanks for sharing your experience. I have a doubt about the rash. How it looks like ? Was flat or bump ?
Hope you find happiness in your life
He is so beautiful ❤
Guys, i had sexual exposure on the 13 of last month, after two weeks, my body literally burning from inside like lava i feel it in my back all over my body and i have small discharge on penis it looks pale than usual. But those are my only symptoms. Should i be worried
Hey. As a start, I would say try and not be worried. Make sure you test regularly for all sexually transmitted infections and HIV. That's the only way to know if you've contracted anything. HIV can usually take anywhere from a few weeks to a few months to show symptoms.
Have you tested?
@@goldenstormzzs yea im good
Are you hov positive@le
@@rohitjaiswal9818 I'm negative thankfully
you're amazing!
Help me somebody.. i tested my self after 40 days i had a doubt of being exposed to HIV by the symptoms of sour throat ,fever, cold and some basic symptoms ..luckily my result is negative .. 100 days passed and now i m having sour throat and red headed small rash here and there on my body .. do i have a chance of being positive .. i m so scared about thought of test also.. help me some body..
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Hi dude how do you feeling now ? Did u test again
@@abdelgadiribrahim3158 its clear... Negative..thank you bro
@@parzival_ns8885bro I have also same kind of symptoms but but 60 day's hiv Elisa test negative buy still symptoms 😢
Brotha thank for the story and stay strong. I do have a question if you don’t mind, You got HIV because you had s*x without condom? Just asking because I need to know. And thanks again.
Handsome 😍
Thank you! 💙
thank you for your story
after 3y.. are you still ok？wish all good
So because you didnt get tested for so long do you think you've passed it on to alot of other ?
I didn't sleep with anyone without a condom after I slept with that individual
Can I ask the guy who infected you did you.use a condom at all like do they work against hiv ?
Thank you 🙏 ❤
👋Hi Matt thank you for sharing a little your story. Love casts out fear♡♡🌸🌸You are not alone. I am here for you. God is always in control of your life🙏✝️🕊
thanks for sharing, i want to know does using condoms still cause HIV?
How are things? I hope you are well and happy. Disease doesn't discriminate but bigots do! :)
Thank you
Which country are you?
I HATE that finger prick You are such a sweetheart.
Was that the only symptom you got?
Pls reply me 😭😭
My symptoms were flu-like. I had aches, cold sweats, nausea, headache, weakness and eventually a rash
@@meandhiv pls what is nausea and how do you know you having nausea
@@meandhiv like symptoms of nausea
Nausea is having stomach pain and the feeling like you want to vomit
@@meandhiv I got exposure and went for blood test 4weeks later and it was non-reactive but am having this kind of weird noise on my tommy during midnight and am planing for another test at 12weeks later
God bless you Matt
How are you now ?
I'm doing absolutely great, thank you!
@@meandhiv Thank for being so brave and telling your story. I was infected with HIV last year. A crime was committed against me on a bus here in NYC. The guy sitting behind me in a bus poked me with something in my back. I didn't check it out within the 72hrs, so I end up with HIV
Am HIV
Are u serious....how do you feel?
By which type of test you confirmed that you have hiv . And how many days after exposure ???
Bro please tell me
So my diagnosis was picked up by tests when I was admitted to hospital after I got ill. This was around 3 months after I think I contracted HIV
I also was ill after unsafe sex . But i tested negative after 3 months but symptoms still present . What i do ???
How long after potential exposure did you get tested? Some tests have different exposure windows. I'd maybe suggest another test if you're worried
Hiv ag ab combo test after 97 days of initial exposure
I have normal fever on my body I got hiv
Are you man or woman
@@هيثمسلام-ص4ذ man
Hey
It’s nothing now a days. It can be managed now like diabetes. Nothing to worry about. Its the game of mind.
I never want AIDS to go away. AIDS has saved my life.
How can possibe HIV transmission saliva deep kiss
HIV can't be transmitted through saliva. Only by blood, semen, vaginal & anal fluids, breastmilk and from mother to baby - this is only when the viral load is detectable
matt i just watch all your hiv symptoms i really need help ... i just get all symptoms of hiv, i have fatigue,small rash in hand and sometimes very itchy all over my bodies,gastrointestinal,flatulency ,my mouth feel so acid,and i have angular cheilitis both lips,small flu like symtoms maybe,lost appetite,muscle pain on my legs,bit little headache, i have sweat but only in my both arms,cold sweat hands and legs...but i dont have diarrhea and limfadenopati .. i get that from unprotected with female sex worker..im not sex addict i just doing 3 times in 2 week because i just have alot money and dunno how to do it that day.. thats why i tried to going sex worker.. its been like for 76 days i wait for 3 months or longer.. since that 76 days i already check in Hospital..they check i have STDs i have gonnorhea, and clamydia POSITIVE.. i already test more i get medicine and antibiotik now both of std are NEGATIVE.. i denial to doctor i already told him i check HIV negative.. because its useless and nonsene its not been 3 months test are not valid..right bro.. i have no idea why my symptons till now not dissapear..i really scared of hiv all every day..idk what to do.. i want to go after 3 months or maybe 100 days for more valid..what should i do..it is if i get HIV may window period is taking forever?? or i just get phobia/anxiety..anw sorry for my bad english
I completely understand. It's a scary prospect to get tested, but I would really recommend it, especially if you're worried in any way at all. Most HIV infections are detectable within 50 days of exposure (www.aidsmap.com/about-hiv/what-window-period-hiv-testing). Your health is priority and once you get your results then you'll know what the next steps are. Feel free to reach out on my social media if you need anything
Hi did you test positive or negative
Your symptoms were likely due to the other sti's lymphodenopathy would be very likely if positive. Just take this sti infection as a warning and stop putting yourself at risk or you very well may become positive for hiv and it'll be too late. I wish you the best and hope you're negative!!!
@@ryanblack2986 I had a finger prick then about 40 mins later I had sex with a sex worker I used a condom after I removed it using the same hand with finger prick I panicked rushing to wash it with soap and water it wasn't bleeding but I gave it a press and it started bleeding, do you think I might have compromised my self.
@@meandhivhi Sir, I'm new to your channel. What is your social media. Thank you for this content
😂😂😂😂
I would rather have HIV than cancer .
I lost my dad over throat cancer and he suffered terribly.
You live as healthy as any people with hiv nowadays.
Thank you for sharing your story 🥰
I'm so sorry to hear about your dad. It's true, many of us do live lives as healthy as anyone else. Sending love 💙
th-cam.com/video/PyPq-waF-h4/w-d-xo.html The hiv virus is curable and can be cured naturally with proper diet excises and nutrition, this is said by the doc who discovered the virus. he says we can be exposed to it many times and it can be expelled from the body over a period of time depending on the persons immune system. Watch the documentary the doc who discovered the virus exposes it. Im sure there is so much big pharma propaganda out there fear campaigns to get people hooked on the meds
U cannot compare diseases
Be careful with your words. Life and death is in the power of the tongue💯‼️
Hiv/aids sucks, but there are so many worse things to get. Cholera, for one.
This video is very touching, and helps clear the stigma around HIV! You’re a brave man, and a beautiful human being! We’re all proud of you for this!
Hope youre doing well brother. Im also getting tested for HIV next month and ive had sleepless nights over it. I havent had any symptoms and its been about 1 year since contact but im still scared shitless.
I cant imagine how you felt... I hope youre doing better now and that you are coping. Peace
God Bless you Matt and wish you a long and healthy life.
Thank you! And same back at you 💙
Thank you so much Matt. You are so needed in this world!
I only just found your channel. Thank you for beinb so brave. Bless your heart. I have subscribed to your channel. Sending you love ❤
See people are worried of course I understand avoid less sexual behaviors.
Extensively times that step we are afraid to take might be the right one. I thank you, Doctor Igho for your inducement and for not allowing me down throughout the whole revolution. Your medication that cured my HIV naturally is super tremendous I am delighted I came across your channel.
HI there I am glad that you are living an excellent live! I just have a question I know you are positive, but how long were you hiv positive before you found out your results, did you find out right away? I know people say after 3 or 6 months from a possible exposure, so is this right? thanks.
Hello. For me, it was around 3 months before I showed symptoms. I can take a while for HIV to develop and become detectable, which is why it is so important to test regularly. You usually need to wait at least 2 weeks, but it can also take longer depending on different circumstances
When I found out like you, a similar experience happened to me like you. The doctor told me not to worry, as I could live a normal and long life 🙏🙌 Thank you for sharing your experience. As for me, I found out three weeks ago 😔 I was a blood donner, not anymore.
I'm already on antiviral treatment.
I fear getting tested. I'm a heterosexual male and I use Japanese polyurethane condoms during my time with sw all the time. I won't have fun unless it's with a condom. I avoid sw who offer services with no condoms as well. Lately I have this irrational fear that I have contracted HIV even though the condom was intact a week ago. My risk should be minimal, I'm heterosexual so I am the insertive one and I wore a condom so my risk should be non existent but I feel different since my last encounter and I wonder if I am losing my mind and I am afraid because I can't deal with a life change and I did the best to protect myself.
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I recommend that you get tested regularly especially because your lifestyle puts you at high risk due to multiple partners regardless of wearing condoms. How can you fear the results of your behaviors yet enjoy your behaviors in the heat of the moment? It's contradictory. In other words if we feel that we are adult enough to live the way we want to live, then we must also be adults in holding ourselves accountable to our patterns. Wishing much peace and good health. ❤
Did the rash u have itch ?
take pomogranate juice and Sumac Spice both regularly antiviral properties
Aww thank you for posting many suffer from this
❤❤❤you are so brave. Please keep educating people against HIV stigma!
I hope tgis finds you well. Thank you for sharing your lived experience of HiV. This is important for education and highlighting prevention lile PrEP and highly effective treatments too.
Thanks. I got hiv with 65 , 3 months ago . God help me
I'm sorry to hear about your diagnosis. How are you doing?
@@meandhiv I m ok, facing some side effects, not important, but i am worried abo
@@meandhiv worried about my health in the near future,
@@fernandocorreia5096 Have you started on treatment already?
@@meandhiv i did . I ve started on 16th september 2021
Thank you for telling us your story ❤
It's been 24hrs since I received my result, I can relate to the feelings you described, I got tested just to cover all bases, I had flu like symptoms, followed by a rash and sore throat.
The rash was super itchy and thought it was scabies, when after treatment it hadn't died down I went and asked the doctor to test me for everything they could...the last thing I ever suspected was HIV, but here I am. And still have to tell my partner who is overseas for another 6 weeks...I think I'm dreading this more than all the treatment
Damn.
Sending all love and compassion to you.
Hey. I hope you are ok. It's a challenging situation to be in, but I'm sure it will be OK when you tell them. Just keep calm and make sure they have the information they need. Sending you all the love
You are hiv postive or not bro?
@FactsUnite_ yes it was caught very early, my advice is if you have a slight feeling you have been in a situation that put you at risk and have any symptoms like fever, sore throat or rash...go immediately and have a test
@meandhiv thank you! Already on the ARTs and have had amazing help from doctors and counselors...still brings it home around medication time but I'm glad I went and got tested and they caught it early
Brilliant Matt, so proud of you for doing this! You're a pro infront of the camera btw ;-) Xx
Thanks James! Haha - I'm not sure if I'd call it pro just yet 😅💙
Brother go to church pray to jessus he loves u ✝️✝️✝️
Thank you for the brave sharing of your story
You are so brave
Thank you! 💙
Sir PEP wark or not