When Should I Start HIV Treatment?
When Should I Start HIV Treatment?Not everyone will need HIV medications when they are first infected. Treatment guidelines are calling for earlier treatment but how early? When should you be stating your HIV medications. When will it be time to take the big step and start your first HIV regimen?Answer: Treatment Guidelines Opinions vary as to when exactly a person should start HIV medications. While treatment guidelines currently call for an earlier start to HIV therapy, the decision to start medications or to wait is still specific for each person. People without symptoms of infection or a CD4 count above 350 can often wait to start medications. While others experiencing symptoms or having a CD4 count less than 350 should at least consider starting HIV medications. Despite the treatment guidelines, each person is different and needs to be
