syndr`ome. The sym`pto`ms for HIV are varied and many people do not know they are infected until years after they acquired it.
Here are 3 of the signs and symptoms that may come with HIV infect`ion to fema`les.
1. Fever
If you have practiced unprotected ¢ex, watch out for fevers as a sym`ptom of HIV. Early after being inf`ected by HIV, you may expe`rience flu like sym`ptoms. This can include a low grade fever that does not respond to medication. You may experience night sweats as a response to the fever. The fever is an infla`mmatory reaction to the v`irus entering your blood stream.
Body Pain
Sore muscles and joint pain are common sym`ptoms of HIV infection that occur in the early flu like phase. This can be caused by the swollen lymph nodes, or from rheumatic illnesses. Rheumatic disease affects the muscles and joints of the body, causing inflammation. This disease can lead to arthritis, fibromyalgia, and vasculitis. Some HIV medications can also cause these symptoms.
2. COUGH
A dry, persistent cough can be a long term symptom of HIV infection. This symptom is not typically cured with medications like antibiotics and cough suppressants. Coughing may be an early symptom as the body reacts to the new virus. It is also a long term symptom caused by the damaged immune system. The cough may develop into pneumonia, which can be a serious symptom with dangerous effects.
3. Swollen Lymph Nodes
Swollen lymph nodes may be a starting sign of HIV infection. 67% of HIV sufferers may experience some sort of lymph node swelling. This commonly occurs in the neck, under arms, and groin region. Lymph nodes are distributed all throughout the body so any abnormal swelling could be a symptom. Lymph nodes swell as the immune system is activated and the body fights off infection.
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