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Time Between HIV Infection and AIDS Factors that may shorten the time between HIV and AIDS: •Older age •HIV subtype •Co-infection with other viruses (like tuberculosis or hepatitis C) •Poor nutrition •Severe stress •Your genetic background Factors that may delay the time between HIV and AIDS: •Taking antiretroviral therapy consistently •Staying in regular HIV care •Closely adhering to your doctor’s recommendations •Eating healthful foods •Taking care of yourself •Your genetic background By making healthy choices, you have some control over the progression of HIV infection. Not everyone is diagnosed early. Some people are diagnosed with HIV and AIDS concurrently, meaning that they have been living with HIV for a long time and the virus has already done damage to their body by the time they find out they are infected. These individuals need to seek a healthcare provider immediately and be linked to care so that they can stay as healthy as possible, as long as possible. Use the HIV Testing and Services Locator to find an HIV provider near you.

How long does it take for hiv to weakened the immune

DOES HIV TAKES HOW LONG TO WEAKEN THE IMMUNE SYSTEM?