Lifes more interesting when you tell the truth.

Apr 13, 2010 @ 13:24

Nobody sets out to contract HIV, and the fact that you have it doesn't make you any less worthy of your parents or your friends. The love and support of family is a powerful aid in fighting this life-changing illness. As a mother, I would be devastated if my son considered my love to be so shallow as not to support him in his time of need. Be brave, and strong - and hopefully you'll be pleasantly surprised by your parents reaction. XX

Mar 27, 2010 @ 02:26

if you accept yourself then other people will to and if they dont then f*ck them! and you should definatly tell your family because god forbid anything happen to you its better they hear it from you your family love you they wont care!!

Nov 11, 2009 @ 16:47

If you have an otherwise good relationship with your parents and they are fit and healthy I think you should tell them. As a parent I would really want to know if one of my kids(no matter what age) were in your situation. What ever you decide to do I wish you health and happiness for many years to come.

Nov 01, 2009 @ 19:33

respect dude, i would be the same as u, dealin with it with dignity. u have every right to choose how to deal with it. ur parents will love u no matter what tho... x

Oct 16, 2009 @ 02:36

Don't live ur life fearing rejection, Its always around every corner. Maybe ur afraid of how ppl think you got it?

Jul 06, 2009 @ 15:00

One of my friends was diagnosed wit HIV a while ago. When he told me, I stood up walked around to him and gave him a kiss and a hug. It was not a pity kiss or hug or anything like that, it was just me saying I dont care that you have HIV, your still my friend and I love you for that, not your medical history. Then the conversation continued, we drank went out and had a ball, like any other day of the week, because him having HIV didnt change a thing about him in my eyes.

Jun 08, 2009 @ 23:28

all i can say is stay strong,live your life & be around positive thinking people.it is hard to tell those who you love & closest to you,its like were do i even start up this conversation?? then its the "rejection" part or are they gonna treat me different when i tell them??.i know all this go's thru your head because i waz born with hep b & im in my mid 20's & still worry bout all this.wish you best of luck with your future x

Jun 08, 2009 @ 21:45

I agree, incredibly strong person. I wish you the greatest of luck with everything and keep the head up, there's a cure coming soon i'm sure!

Jun 06, 2009 @ 12:50

I'm always terrified of HIV and Cancer and not because of the suggested stigma attached there. There is no shame. You are simply ill. Confront your family because they should love you no matter what happens. Help them to help you. Let them support you. They will. No matter what their attitude is, ppl who love you will accept you no matter what happens. Stay strong and keep an affirmative outlook as they are working around the clock to combat this disease.

May 28, 2009 @ 21:08

I second what everybody else has said here, really and truely (and I can only assume) the people close to you which are your family and good pals will not dis-own you. They love you as you and your disease is secondary to that...be strong and remember there is help out there.

May 11, 2009 @ 13:04

You're amazingly strong x

May 09, 2009 @ 18:06

all i can say really is i hope you live a long happy life.a close cousin of mine died from hiv nearly two years ago ,i knew bcoz his brother told me because i think he may of been ashamed to do it himself.i knew a good while before he died but i would never or ever have treated him different or any1 else different bcoz of it.its a terrible disease bcoz of the stigmata attached to it and if you are hurting because of keeping it a secret ,you shouldnt...dont go through it alone...xxxxxxxxxx

May 08, 2009 @ 16:51

How many people out their have it and don't know!!! They won't go for a regular sexual health check up - stupidly! I'm not promiscuous and I still go annually. Better safe than sorry. I admire your strength and wish you all the luch I can. I wish I had half of your courage.

May 06, 2009 @ 22:54

I really really admire your strength. I wish you well now and in the future. x

May 06, 2009 @ 12:54

i think you are so brave

May 05, 2009 @ 16:52

Fair duce I'd say try and be careful though that you son't give it t anyone else not in a bad way you get me. HIV isn't the serious disease it was yes it's still not great but you'll live very long too

May 05, 2009 @ 11:28

Thank you to everybody for your kind words, I am truly moved be you all, thank you so so much, xxx

Apr 30, 2009 @ 14:33

Keep safe, look after yourself. You must be a wonderful person to think about your parents feelings over your own. I wish you the very best of health, wealth and happiness for your future.

Apr 30, 2009 @ 00:06

Chin up my friend! two of my closest friends have been diagnosed with it , i love them dearly they are wonderful people and im sure, so are you. It takes courage to face this situation. People who love you will always support you no matter what. Take care.x

Apr 29, 2009 @ 20:07

You rock!! I hope your friends are suportive and loving!! If anyone rejects you it's thier loss!! Your condition does not change your personality, you are who you have always been!! Your strength of character would make me proud to be your friend!! xx

Apr 29, 2009 @ 03:59

If anyone rejects you that is THEIR issue. It would not be your fault at all. You don't deserve to be rejected. Your HIV status is YOUR health issue. You need to be supported. x

Apr 28, 2009 @ 18:57

You will only suffer rejection if you reject yourself. Your life has changed for sure. But you know what? You have proved you had the strength to last 6 years with this condition im sure you have the strength to do anything you wish. Love, Hope , Courage xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

Apr 28, 2009 @ 01:28

Chin up and well done for having the confidence to even come on here to get some helpful advice. I have great respect for you.

Apr 23, 2009 @ 22:45

You are so amazing... having the courage to say it here and to tell a handful of friends is so admirable. You'll find the strength to do whatever you have to do. x

Apr 21, 2009 @ 22:34

It's a hell of a thing to live with, but medical advances mean that outlook is improving all the time. I hope, even though you have not told close family, that you are in contact with appropriate medical people, so you get to live to 100, hale and hearty .

Apr 21, 2009 @ 18:42

keep your head up. along as you dont pass it on to unknowing people

Apr 21, 2009 @ 17:20

you are a very strong person. go you

Apr 21, 2009 @ 15:38

I have the utmost respect for your strength. Keep your head up.