HIV passes from one person to another during sex through body fluids like semen, vaginal fluid, and anal mucus. But with the right precautions, you can have sex with almost no risk of passing the virus to your partner. One way to be safe is to take antiretroviral treatment (ART).

Can you sleep with someone who is HIV positive?

If you are HIV-positive, you can still have sex. In some cases, you can even have unprotected sex without putting your partner or partners at risk for HIV.

How can I boost my CD4 count?

The only way to increase your CD4 is to use HIV treatment (ART). Your doctor is giving you good information and advice. Nothing else, including multivitamins, supplements or herbal remedies can increase your CD4 count.