Time between HIV infection and AIDS
Factors that may shorten the time between HIV and AIDS:
Older age
HIV subtype
Co-infection with other viruses
Poor nutrition
Severe stress
Your genetic background
Factors that may delay the time between HIV and AIDS:
Taking antiretroviral therapy
Staying in HIV care
Closely adhering to your doctor’s recommendations
Eating healthful foods
Taking care of yourself
Your genetic background
By making healthy choices, you have some control over the progression of HIV infection.