Hello, my village people, it’s Dr. Okenye, your village doctor. So, you have relations with a partner who has HIV, or you do not use condoms or protection, and you are wondering what you can take to help reduce your chance of getting HIV infection. Did you know that there are some medications called Pre-exposure prophylaxis or “PrEP” approved to help with HIV prevention?
My people, please take advantage of this medication to keep yourself protected. When you take this medication, its presence in your bloodstream blocks important pathways that viruses use to set up infection. So, it basically stops the virus from establishing itself and slows the spread of HIV in your body.
There are three medications approved for use as PrEP here in the US. You might need to check with your local doctor in your respective country to see which one is approved.
Remember that by itself, taking “PrEP” does not work ALL the time, so you should also use condoms during intercourse for the most protection from HIV infection. Make sure to screen for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis as part of a set of comprehensive lab tests before you begin taking PrEP therapy.
Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your doctor before starting any new medication or treatment. This publication and aurthors does not endorse or recommend any specific medication and is not liable for any adverse effects from the use of this information
