An HIV diagnosis can leave you with many questions about your health and what comes next. You may be unsure about treatment, testing, or how HIV may affect your daily life. With the right medical care, HIV can be managed, and starting care early can help you take an active role in your health.
At Reza Health, we provide HIV medicine and sexual health services to help you get the care and information you need. If you have recently received an HIV diagnosis, we can help you understand your treatment options and take the next steps in your care.
Starting HIV Care After a Diagnosis
After receiving an HIV diagnosis, one of the most important steps is connecting with a healthcare provider. Your first visits give us an opportunity to learn about your health, discuss your diagnosis, and determine what care is appropriate for you.
We encourage you to ask questions during your visits. Understanding your diagnosis and treatment can make it easier to stay involved in your healthcare and follow your treatment plan.
Your First HIV Care Appointment
During your first appointment, we will review information about your health and HIV diagnosis. This may include your medical history, current medications, and previous test results.
Your appointment is also a chance to discuss any concerns you have about HIV or your treatment. If you have questions about your medication or sexual health, you can bring them up with us so we can address them as part of your care.
Tests Your Provider May Recommend
Testing helps us understand your health and monitor your HIV. The specific tests you need can depend on your individual situation.
As part of our sexual health services, we also provide STI screening and treatment. Keeping up with appropriate sexual health testing can help identify infections that may require treatment.
Choosing an HIV Treatment Plan
HIV treatment is based on your individual healthcare needs. We can review your health information and discuss the treatment approach that is appropriate for you.
Once you begin treatment, following your medication instructions and staying connected with your healthcare provider are important parts of ongoing HIV care.
Antiretroviral Therapy
Antiretroviral therapy is used to treat HIV and control the virus in the body. Your treatment plan will include medication prescribed by your healthcare provider.
We can explain how to take your medication and what you should know while starting treatment. If you have concerns about your medication, let us know. Talking with your provider allows us to address your concerns and help you understand your treatment.
Finding a Treatment Routine That Works for You
Taking HIV medication as prescribed is an important part of treatment. Building your medication into your regular routine can help you stay consistent.
Tell us about any other medications you take so we have a complete picture of your healthcare needs. If you are having trouble following your treatment schedule, talk with us rather than making changes to your medication on your own.
Monitoring Your HIV Treatment
HIV care continues after you start medication. We use follow-up visits and appropriate testing to monitor your health and your response to treatment.
Regular appointments also give you time to talk with us about your medication, changes in your health, or any concerns you may have.
Viral Load and CD4 Testing
Viral load and CD4 testing provide important information about HIV and your immune system. A viral load test measures the amount of HIV in your blood, while a CD4 count provides information about your immune system.
We can review your results with you and explain what they mean in the context of your overall HIV care.
Reaching and Maintaining an Undetectable Viral Load
A key goal of HIV treatment is reaching and maintaining an undetectable viral load. Your test results help us monitor your progress and understand how your treatment is working.
Taking your prescribed medication consistently and attending your follow-up appointments are important parts of staying engaged in HIV care. We can help you understand your results and address questions that come up along the way.
Living Well With HIV in Jacksonville
Managing HIV involves more than taking medication. Your overall sexual health is also an important part of your care. We provide services that address HIV and other sexual health needs.
Our sexual health services include:
- HIV treatment and care
- STI screening
- STI treatment
- HIV prevention with PrEP
- HIV prevention with PEP
Having access to these services can make it easier to address your sexual health needs with a healthcare provider.
HIV Treatment and Sexual Health
An HIV diagnosis can affect how you think about your sexual health and relationships. You may have questions about STI testing, HIV prevention, or what services you may need in addition to HIV treatment.
We provide sexual health care that includes HIV treatment, STI screening and treatment, and HIV prevention. Our goal is to give you a place where you can discuss these concerns and receive appropriate care.
Protecting Your Sexual Health
HIV treatment is one part of sexual health care. Prevention is another. Depending on your circumstances, HIV prevention options may also be appropriate.
We offer PrEP and PEP as part of our HIV prevention services. PrEP is used to help prevent HIV before exposure, while PEP is used after a possible exposure. We can discuss these options with you and help determine what type of care may be appropriate.
We also provide STI screening and treatment. If you have concerns about an STI or want to discuss testing, bring them up during your appointment.
Getting Support With HIV Care and Treatment
Adjusting to an HIV diagnosis can take time. You may have questions as you begin treatment or as your healthcare needs change. Staying connected with your provider gives you an opportunity to discuss those concerns and understand your care.
We can help you better understand your treatment plan and the sexual health services available through our practice. If you experience concerns related to your treatment, tell us so we can discuss them with you.
Keeping your appointments and taking your medication as prescribed are also important parts of ongoing HIV care.
HIV Care at Reza Health
At Reza Health, we provide HIV medicine and sexual health services in Jacksonville, FL. Our services include HIV treatment, HIV prevention with PrEP and PEP, STI screening, and STI treatment.
If you have recently been diagnosed with HIV, you do not have to figure out your next steps alone. We can help you understand your care, discuss your treatment, and provide sexual health services based on your needs.
If you are looking for HIV treatment in Jacksonville, FL, contact Reza Health at 888-831-2949 to learn more about our HIV medicine and sexual health services. Or simply book your appointment online.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Yes, connecting with an HIV care provider after a diagnosis allows you to discuss appropriate treatment and begin the next steps in your care.
Yes, we offer HIV prevention services that include PrEP and PEP.
Yes, we provide STI screening and treatment as part of our sexual health services.
PrEP helps prevent HIV before exposure, while PEP is used after a possible exposure.
Yes, we provide HIV medicine and sexual health services in Jacksonville, FL.