World AIDS Day, every December 1st, is celebrated to raise awareness of the dangers of HIV / AIDS. Moreover, cases of HIV / AIDS in Indonesia is increasing every year. According to Ministry of Health, in the last five years there was an increase in its distribution. In 2005, there were 5321 people infected with HIV and AIDS while in September 2010 recorded 22 726 people. In
order for circulating information about HIV / AIDS is not misleading
and does not create prejudice and stigma against PLWHA (people living
with HIV / AIDS), recognize the myths and facts about the virus and the
deadly disease. Here are 7 Myths Regarding False AIDS disease, namely:
1. People Newly Diagnosed with HIV / Aids Deaths Will SoonFact: The opinion is not entirely true. Because, people who have been diagnosed with HIV / AIDS, proven to live longer than previous estimates. Use of medication, good treatment program, and a better understanding of this virus allows those infected to live normal, healthy and productive lives certainly remain.
2. HIV / AIDS can be cured through Alternative MedicineFact: Not a few people claim to be able to heal the alternative. But, in fact now has not been found drugs to defeat HIV / AIDS. So, be careful of claims or miracle cure.
3. Can General Practitioners Treating HIV / AIDSFact: the experts believe that with the complexity of HIV and AIDS, means that only specialists are able to treat this case PLWHA. Be sure to choose the right doctor to treat patients with HIV / AIDS on a regular basis.
4. HIV / AIDS Not Be Infected Through Oral SexFact: Again, this is not true and this is a very dangerous myth. Condoms should still be used every time sexual intercourse, anal, and oral.
5. HIV / AIDS Can not Have ChildrenFact: Women living with HIV / AIDS can still get pregnant and have offspring. To reduce the risk of HIV transmission, it must undergo treatment to control infection.
6. Above age 50 Not Be Infected with HIV / AIDSFact: This is not true, because many cases of HIV / AIDS are found in the age of it. This virus can affect all ages.
7. Pair Tang Equally Taxable HIV / AIDS, No Need to Wear SafetyFact: Not true. Experts assess precisely when they are not using condoms, can be more severe and the treatment process becomes more difficult.
