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Wondering the reason of colds and cough since August to February that leads to depression was a way for me to have my health check-up. Everything were just fine.
But, white blood cells was giving me question because it was below normal. I need an answer. While on this situation, I met someone online. A friend who advised me to come for an HIV testing.
It gave me an idea and I thought that test can answer my question. We met by 4pm and by 6pm were traveling to Loveyourself Clinic at Buendia for the test.
I was a bit shy the time we arrived to the area because most of the people there were young men and women. But then, I need an answer for my long time quest.
We waited for an hour then the result came. Before that my new male friend told me that if the result is positive, he will still be my friend to support me. Whatever the result, things will not be changed.
Well, I do not mind about it. For me, knowing my status is the best thing to happen that day.
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I was called and my counselor spoke to me inside a private cubicle. She handed to me a piece of paper.
HIV- Reactive
Hepa-Non-reactive
Syphilis-Non-Reactive
Am I shocked!??? Nope. I was happy knowing the answer.
That's it. My immune system was weakened by the virus. My counselor was amazed on my immediate reaction. I explained to her my reason and she was happy to listen to me.
May 4,2019, 6PM, the Big Day! I learned that I am PLHIV.
The answer has been known. Then what's next?
If you are in my shoes, what will be your reaction? Will you also be depressed like others? Will you have fear?
I know, for some knowing that they have HIV is the end of life and cannot be accepted but as for me, I accept that it is the result of my mistake before.
