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Low HIV Risk Does Not Mean NO HIV Risk — Malaysia Patient Guide
As we approach the year-end festivities and parties, I am reminded of an article published more than 5 years ago on HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) scares amidst getting a needle stick injury from infected blood…
Genital Blisters, Genital Warts and Genital Ulcers – Causes & Treatments — Malaysia Patient Guide
Genital blisters, genital warts, genital ulcers – more common than you think but invariably exceedingly distressing for the person suffering from them. Today we talk a little about the various causes for the above…
10 Common HIV-related Opportunistic Infections — Malaysia Patient Guide
In late-stage HIV infection, the virus would have spread through the body and attacked the immune system for many years without treatment. On blood tests, the number of viral copies, or viral load (VL), will be very…
How to Quit Smoking – Smoking Cessation in Malaysia
“Tobacco is the legal product which, used in moderation and exactly as the manufacturer intended, causes harm to the consumer.” – Federation of European Cancer Societies Smoking is bad for you. I think that fact has…
What are the Signs & Symptoms of HIV / AIDS — Malaysia Patient Guide
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a virus that can be spread through sexual contact, contaminated needles, blood transfusions, and other infected body fluids. It targets the immune system, specifically CD4 cells…
Syphilis Symptoms & Treatment (Painless STD Sores and Rashes) — Malaysia Patient Guide
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STD) with many different manifestations and potentially serious complications. It is caused by a bacteria called “Treponema pallidum”. In the past, before the advent of…
What is the Treatment for Cold Sores? What Causes Cold Sores? — Malaysia Patient Guide
What exactly is a cold sore? You have probably heard of cold sores or even have had one at some point in your life. But perhaps you’re not entirely sure of what it is caused by and what else you may need to be…
Why Do I Have Abnormal Vaginal Discharge? — Malaysia Patient Guide
The vagina is a muscular passage which leads from the vaginal opening to the cervix, which is the entrance to the womb. There are naturally occurring “good” lactobacillus and other bacteria which are part of the normal…
Cervical Cancer, Pap Smear & HPV Vaccination – What You Need To Know — Malaysia Patient Guide
Pap smear is a cervical cancer screening recommended every 3 years for all sexually active females starting from age 25 years old. This is a quick, simple and painless procedure that can be done in the clinic and it…
HIV PrEP for Travel – Things You Need to Know — Malaysia Patient Guide
Use of oral anti-retroviral drugs by HIV-uninfected people to block the acquisition of HIV before exposure to HIV.
Top Travel Tips for Persons Living With HIV (PLHIV) — Malaysia Patient Guide
Planning for a long Vacation or Preparing for a Business trip? The travel preparation can sometimes be challenging for People Living with HIV (PLHIV). Making sure there is enough medication. Making sure you get the…
What is Rapid Chlamydia & Gonorrhea PCR STD Testing? — Malaysia Patient Guide
Chlamydia and gonorrhoea are 2 common Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) which can infections in various parts of the body such as penis, vaginal, anus, throat and eyes. Most commonly you will experience discharges…