Do I have HIV if I have a sore throat?

Infection with HIV can cause a sore throat, as well as other flu-like symptoms like fever, chills, muscle aches, fatigue, and an “HIV rash” (“HIV” stands for human immunodeficiency virus). In people who are HIV-positive, a fungal infection known as oral thrush can also cause a prolonged sore throat.

What kind of fever is associated with HIV?

Body-wide symptoms — The most common body-wide signs and symptoms of acute HIV include fever (temperature above 100.4ºF or 38ºC), sore throat, headache, and muscle and joint pain. These symptoms last approximately two weeks.

How does HIV sore throat feel?

In its acute stage, HIV can cause a severe sore throat to develop. The sore throat may make it difficult to eat or drink without feeling pain and discomfort throughout your entire esophagus.

Does HIV always present with fever?

Fever is almost always present. After pneumocystis infection, the most common fungal cause of fever in HIV-infected patients is Cryptococcus neoformans. Often presenting as meningitis, it can also cause pulmonary disease, skin lesions, and a febrile systemic illness.

Does a sore throat mean you have HIV?

· Sore Throat: People living with HIV may have a chronic or recurring sore throat, and it’s not uncommon for people living with HIV and AIDS to develop thrush, an opportunistic, secondary infection.

Does sore throat with HIV last long?

• A sore throat • Joint and muscle aches • Diarrhea • A rash These signs and symptoms of acute HIV infection can begin a few days after you are exposed to HIV and usually last for about 14 days. They could last for just a few days, or they could last for several months. You might not realize your illness is acute HIV infection.

Why will my sore throat not go away?

Viruses cause most sore throats, but sometimes the culprit can be bacteria such as streptococcus, which causes strep throat. If your sore throat doesn’t go away or gets worse, or you’re running a fever, see your doctor for a strep test. You might need an antibiotic. If your doctor does prescribe an antibiotic, finish the entire course.