There are several symptoms of HIV. Not everyone will have the same symptoms. It depends on the person and what stage of the disease they are in. Below are the three stages of HIV and some of the symptoms people may experience. Stage 1: Acute HIV Infection
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Unexplained rash, swollen lymph nodes, oral thrush, night sweats, and sudden and unexplained weight loss are all possible signs of HIV. Having a sexually transmitted infection (STI) isn't a physical sign of HIV, but it does indicate a greater risk of having HIV as well.
Most people have flu-like symptoms within 2 to 4 weeks after infection. Symptoms may last for a few days or several weeks. Having these symptoms alone doesn’t mean you have HIV. Other illnesses can cause similar symptoms. Some people have no symptoms at all. The only way to know if you have HIV is to get tested. What are the stages of HIV?
HIV stands for human immunodeficiency virus. HIV harms your immune system by destroying a type of white blood cell that helps your body fight infection. This puts you at risk for other infections and diseases. What is AIDS? AIDS stands for acquired immunodeficiency syndrome.
Fever and chills. Headache. Tiredness. Swollen lymph glands. Rash. Sore joints, muscles or throat. Weight loss. Early HIV symptoms are called acute retroviral syndrome or acute HIV infection. The symptoms are the body's natural response to the virus. Many people with HIV get flu-like symptoms of it early on, but some people don't.
HIV symptoms differ between early and late stages of infection and can be similar to those of other illnesses. An HIV test is the only way to tell that you have HIV. What are common symptoms of HIV? | NICHD - Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development Skip to main content
Reference HIV & AIDS Guide HIV Symptoms Written by WebMD Editorial Contributors Medically Reviewed by Jonathan E. Kaplan, MD on May 21, 2023 What Are the Symptoms of HIV? First Stage: Acute...
a red or discolored, itchy rash with small bumps mouth ulcers or oral thrush According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), primary HIV symptoms may show up 2 to 4 weeks after...