HIV is the short form for Human Immune Virus and it is one of the dreaded viruses that affects humans. A person can contract the virus from a number of ways, such as through unprotected copulation, sharing if sharp objects, transfusion of blood carelessly and many other means that have to do with blood contact....CONTINUE READING
When a person contracts the virus newly, he or she is expected to have some weird symptoms that would now warrant going to the hospital for proper tests. But many people are oblivious of the timeline or time it takes before the first set of symptoms suffice.
So in this article in line with a publication on Healthline, we are going to have a look at the timeframe or time it takes before the first set of symptoms suffice. Just sit tight and enjoy this article while learning something new.
How Long Does It Take Before First Set Of Symptoms?
HIV infection works in stages. The first stage is known as the acute Stage and at this stage, most people often notice symptoms. Though the symptoms may be tricky and deceptive, it often comes anyways.
When a person gets infected with the virus, it has been noted or proven that he or she would experience the first set of symptoms between 2-4 weeks after contracting the virus. This is usually the acute Stage and at this stage, the virus is rapidly destroying the healthy white blood cells.
Some people don’t notice symptoms but majority does and even if you don’t notice any symptoms, it doesn’t make your infection less severe. Below are some of the signs that often comes with the acute Stage within 2-4 weeks;
1. Unexplained fever
2. Swollen lymph nodes in the neck, armpit and groin area
3. Headaches that is not due to any clear medical problem
4. Skin rash
5. Wounds in the mouth, genital and anus in some cases.
