HIV & AIDS: Tests & Diagnosis

  • Molluscum Contagiosum - Exams and Tests

    10/24/08, Healthwise

    Molluscum contagiosum is usually diagnosed during a physical exam. If you have bumps in your genital area, your doctor may check for other sexually transmitted diseases, such as genital herpes. Some doctors may consider testing for hu

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  • Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Infection - Exams and Tests

    05/08/08, Healthwise

    Getting tested for HIV can be scary, but the condition is treatable so it is important to get tested if you think you have been exposed. If you test positive, early detection and monitoring of HIV will help your doctor determine wheth

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  • Medical history and physical exam for HIV infection

    05/08/08, Healthwise

    When you are first diagnosed with HIV, your health professional will check your current health status. He or she will ask questions about your current symptoms and past health to determine whether you have had any HIV-related illnesses,

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