Any change in appearance of an open wound on the skin. Any open wound on the skin can become infected when the immune system is not working normally. The area may become more red and more tender. The wound may look deeper or the drainage from it may have changed color. Cold symptoms, sore throat, or sinus pain or drainage.
Infections can develop quickly in the mouth or throat.
Report these symptoms even if they are not accompanied by fever. Any change in menstrual pattern, such as a missed menstrual period or bleeding between periods. Menstrual abnormalities or irregularities have a variety of causes, including pregnancy, infection, tumors, and hormonal imbalances. Because the immune system of HIV-positive women is compromised, any potential sign of infection or cancer, such as a change in the menstrual pattern, should be reported. Vaginal itching, irritation, or discharge.