Your story is empowering people with recently reactive for HIV rapid test and are recently diagnosed with HIV/AIDS. I want to let you know that you continue to be a beacon of light for those who are put in the darkness by HIV/AIDS and more importantly, the stigma that comes with it.
I came across your video seeking some type of hope. My husband just got diagnosed with Aids and i haven't stopped crying about it. Thank yoi for sharing your story.
I'm sorry. Hoping you have a good support system and lots of people there to hold you as you process through these difficult times. Prayers for u & ur husband
Hi Raif, my name is Xavier, Not Sure if you remember me, we worked together for a short time (about 5yrs ago) in a Cafe in Santa Monica and (although I'm only casually on there) I'm happy to say we are also still FB friends... In all that time I had NO idea what you were going through and I so upset I've been so out of it that I did not at least know of your battle with HIV, (I feel awful)... but I'm SO VERY HAPPY to know that you've fought your way back to health 10x better that you were before... thank you so very much for sharing your story with us (it moved me very much) you're an inspiration in so many way... I look forward to see more of your Vlogs... Huge 🤗 Hug... your Friend ~ Xavier
dude, aids is aids, if you're already infected and be it. you're way stronger than what you and others think. thanks for being true and you are a true testimony when it comes to aids. God bless youalways.
I would be proud to have you as a member of my family, or even my own son! Any day! Anyone as kind, intelligent, well spoken, and brave as you are is a treasure.
Holy fuck bro you are an incredible man. Not only have you put yourself out there and started a conversation that needs to be had but u freakin take the time to answer every comment. I tweeted u earlier before I saw this and I'm in awe. Love and respect bro
Sir Baden Hahah, Thank u so much for noticing!! I try really hard to respond to most everyone. And it really does take hours and hours. Unfortunately if the popularity of my channel continues to climb at some point it just won’t be feasible anymore lol but I’m damn sure as hell gonna try. I really do care about y’all
happy birthday! The thing that pissed me off is that the guy just told you that you had aids and walked out like wtf... You are a really strong individual. 💖
I'm hoping I pull through. My cd4 is at 115 and viral load is high. I'm starting treatment so I hope my immune system improves and cd4 rises way up and viral load drops. I had been diagnosed for 10 years but meds scared me. I feel well and healthy and haven't been sick. But I now been told I got full blown aids because of the numbers. I hope and pray my body responds with the meds and improve for the best. Technology and the medicine has come a long ways but looks like I'll find out just how good it is very soon. Your story gives me hope. Your count was under 200 with a high viral load and you pulled through. Also u wasn't sick with anything else and took care to not get ill with something. I been doing same. I am hoping there is a high chance my body immune system pulls through as well. This was just what I needed to hear, thank you for sharing man. Huge UPDATE: 3 months later (June) My hiv is now Undetectable The t cells has already jump forward 115 to 216. Doctor already has said once the cells ho past 300 which in a few months it might be well past that number. I could consider to stop use of medication. The undetectable results the Doc said it was completely wiped out that they could not find any trace of the virus in my system. Thank God and i hope this helps many other people who is in a similar situation where as I didn't do any treatment for around several years. And now its all gone and immune wise im getting stronger! Just excellent! Survival of the fittest!
Hey! Do not stop your medications! Please consult another doctor if your current doctor said to stop. The moment you stop your medications, the virus reactivates and starts to multiply again increasing the viral load.
Raif, I want to give you the biggest hug ever! Thank you for sharing your amazing story. The disease doesn’t define you. You will live a long and fulfilling life! 👍
I love you so much because you took such a big step and came forth and shared your personal life a lot of people will not tell you that they have AIDS which upsets me
I dont have HIV, but your story is so inspiring! I watch the videos because your positivity is contagious. I'm totally healthy but still fall victim to my own negativity. But you make me want to be better, so thank you!
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Hi from Costa Rica, I just got to say you rock men. You give hope to people like me that have been recently diagnosed. I hope in a couple of years I will be telling a story of bravery like your own. Good bless you.
Raif, Thanks for sharing and presenting a brave portrayal of your situation. I have been living with HIV for over a year and still adjusting to this new normal and subscribe to your philosophy of being proactive in my mental, physical, and emotional state and happy beleated bday. Mine is coming up shortly and look forward to moving forward to 2018! I'd like to chat more with you about all of these changes...
Wow I was feeling sorry for myself today then i heard what you have been through,and I want to kick my self ! I love your positive outlook on life you look great stay healthy and motivated,love from London x
Raif you truely are inspiration... I have recently diagnosed with HIV & kind of loosing all my hope ... completely broken but your videos are something which gives me inspiration to go ahead in life & reminds me that my life is not over yet... Thank you...
I have alot of questions what symptoms you guys had a month after contracting the virus if you guys even knew you had it also I hope you guys are doing well.
@@Mylife-yd9xq if your immune system is powerful, you may not feel any symptoms during a long time, it can take months and years for the virus to spread all your body; so it depends individually. Before i learnt i had the virus i had become zona all my body, then i realized i became it due to the HIV as it effected my immune system. One day when i donated blood, i was informed that i was infected by HIV and directed to hospital for a start for treatment. It has been 5 years now and i am healthy thanks to the treatment i have been taking. Treatment is so simple, you take only one medicine per day.
I feel you bro..... I often get upset thinking about all those poor folk who went before so bravely without hope or any chance of survival. So many young lives cut in their prime. It must be what survivor guilt feels like. I also get upset for people like you who are diagnosed so young ( I was 50) because of the stigma. Great to see your forward thinking attitude to life.
Your so handsome raif🥰well in this day and age HIV is not a death sentence anymore not like before ,I want to meet someone who is HIV positive and give them a big hug I know what are guys going through like people who fought any other illness.
No worries because I remember I watched this tv show in the Philippines where they feature HIV positive people and one of the host asked the HIV positive person I can see fear and awkwardness in him like ,are people gonna hate me or something.off course no one wants to get it but we all make mistakes were not perfect.ah and 1 thing Also I promised to my self if I hit the jackpot prize in the lottery I will buy ARV for people with HIV and give to it for free🥰🥰🥰
And also I caught gonorrhea And I let the year past now I'm suffering and don't know what to do,I had it for 15 years I went to different doctors I think it's to late to be cure that's why I got lower right abdomen pain always.
Hey man u keep on doing good things God will take care of the rest and if you already expired just know your videos are yet helping us keep the faith regardless of the what ifs
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️all love here!!! God Bless you ! Your testimony, bravery and courage alone is a Blessing… Thank you so much for being an inspiration to us all
I was just diagnosed with hiv after a random drunk threesome I had. The nurses at the clinic weren’t any help at all, they just gave me some pamphlets and told me I could go, it seemed like they were looking down at me too kinda. The straight community isn’t as open and supportive with this as you guys are, yall are lucky to have a caring community cause I feel so alone rn
Eric Bushman Thanks Eric!! Really appreciate that...I’m gonna keep sharing, there’s a lot more I wanna do so I’ll be creating more shortly ☺️ Take care!
+Aikuchi thank u so much brotha for the support! Was a little nervous putting it out there. Plz share if u think u kno people who might find it useful or encouraging 🙏🏽
Proud of u just Keep livin your life dont be a victime it not ur faute and know that u are not alone with this situation. Now you have chance to live like everyone just take care dont forget yr medecines Keep clean and trust god.
i was also diagnose with hiv last 2016 3 days before my birthday, i never had symptoms like flu its just that i was concern about my weight loss and since i know i had multiple sexual partner before that with unprotected sex i feel its time to get a check up, and then i went to a clinic and and just in 10 mins. the doctor told me that i have an hiv and so she endorse me to get a councelling so i could have a free medication from the clinic. and so years go by now 2018, i feel more healthier. i take one pill everyday with my vitamins plus i do exercise. :) thanks for sharing your video @raif derrazi somehow somewhere it lifts me up and feel even more healthier.
I don't have Aids and am 10 years older than you and I'm a vegetarian, you still got me beat handsome!!! like I said, I don't have Aids/HIV but this video helps others to find strength to push through hard things in our lives. Thank you for this vid.
Thank you my friend happy birthday thank you for sharidayng your story You're a champion. I have a big admiration for you keep fighting not to mention that you are very handsome.
Bro... i'm kinda depress but your video is helping a bit. Was recently diagnosed too just 3weeks before my birthday. I have not told anyone, not a single family or friend.
Raif Derrazi been seeing a clinical social worker, therapy is ongoing... still didn't disclose it to family or friends. But went to gym too just like what you are doing. Copping well... I guess and I hope.
Thumbs up for this brave guy. 👍👍👍👍 many people have those disease but you are brave enough to speak for them. So you are stronger than many people who judged you for who you are and what you have. Don't mind them and stick to the people who truly cares and loves you.
Hey Raif, really like your video and honestly about your journey with this disease. We need more people like you if we are ever to chip away at the stigma. If people were as educated as you are about living with the virus then new diagnosis' would reduce quite dramatically. Keep strong handsome.
Came across your videos recently.very happy to share them with my people at the NGO.very inspiring, I believe that being hiv positive is scary but not the end of life it’s a new beginning being more healthier and determined to fight back thank you keep posting more videos❤️❣️
It’s an NGO dealing with woman infected by the virus and we try to help them out through counseling.hope you come to Mauritius 🇲🇺 and you can come and visit us
That is so devastating to drop that on you like that. Very unprofessional. I'm sorry you should have been told by the Dr. Happy birthday in 2022 handsome 🥰
I thought an AIDS diagnosis was a t-cell count below 250 accompanied by two infections? Also, I've read that once you're diagnosed with AIDS, you will always be considered as having AIDS even after your t-cell goes back up and you're undetectable. Then I heard that only certain states apply that rule.
My doc told me that it was just a matter of T-Cell count going below 250...yes, I've heard that once you are AIDS diagnosed...you will always be considered 'AIDS diagnosed'...but that doesn't mean that you have AIDS currently lol....I certainly don't have AIDS even tho i am still considered 'AIDS diagnosed' ...super confusing...and trivial if u ask me.
Raif Derrazi you don't even look like you have AIDS, I'm not sure if you believe in God, but live with your faith. I know the comparison I'm about to say it's not comparable, but I've got my mom with stage 4 cancer, and the first thing you think is death. But I won't lie it's a hard thing to face, but I told my mom to fight for her life, and life has changed for her 😶 but I guess what I'm trying to say, you fight that diagnosis and you could give hope to so many people with AIDS, and encouragement on staying healthy and doing things to make you happy, you look great. I'm not sure what will happen with my mom but I'm hoping for the best 🙏 God loves you, AIDS doesn't define you please don't cry, be strong and my mom is taking immunocal for immune system to make it stronger, please look into it I promise you it will help you, don't forget about researching immunocal ok. Blessings 🙌 you've got this, eat healthy as well 👍
Dora Benavidez Thank you so much, Dora! And thank you for sharing your struggles to with your mom. I’ll pray for her. You guys are both so strong and she’s so lucky to have you there supporting her. God Bless! 🙏🏽
It’s really scared because you wouldn’t know that someone can have it in some cases you can tell but in most you can’t which is scary to me that’s why I’m going to be extra careful.
I am 41 and HIV negative. Part of that is just luck because we have all done crazy things. If I met someone I really liked and they happened to be HIV + I would still date them. I'd go on PreP and/or practice safe sex. No judgement here. You are very very attractive and I wish you all the best.
@@RaifDerrazi There are so many narrow minded people out there. It's sad. If you're ever in the Baltimore/Washington DC area let me know! Dinner or drinks on me! :)
Raif you are awesome man, you bring hope to people that are diagnosed with hiv. Your videos have helped me stay strong and keep my head up. I tested positive 2 days ago from a test done at munson laboratories, but negative on 2 rapid tests I'm not sure what's going on with me but I will be seeing an infectious disease specialist next week. When I found out I panicked just like most people would who are uneducated about hiv. I'm heterosexual so the stigma behind only homosexual men getting is entirely false. After doing some extensive research following the discovery of my diagnosis, I started to feel like a person again. Like you said in one of your videos the medication is highly advanced today. Scientists and researchers are constantly learning more about this virus and hope to one day stop this epidemic. Where I stand today is not so much of a concern about health because I'm a very healthy person and hopefully have caught this in time before AIDS. My main concern is about my future relationships with women. The horrible stigma associated with HIV would almost certainly stop a person dead in there tracks. I fear I will never know what love is now. I'm gonna take things day by day and focus on my career. Im still very scared to tell anybody because of how they will view me from there on. Thank you for your videos, you are extremely motivational.
Justin, my man, thank you so much for sharing something so personal and profoundly impactful in your life. Thank you for speaking up and confirming that HIV is in fact NOT a gay disease. It effects anyone and everyone. It does not discriminate the way humans do. Secondly, I commend you for doing what you need to do, handling it, and being so committed to yourself and improving your outlook on yourself and your life. You have every right to do so. There is so much hope for you and life is still very much what you make of it. As far as the stigma and dealing with a potential partner...any woman worth your time, and after being educated on the current state of the virus (especially the lack of transmission for those who are 'undetectable') should be able to look past it and continue a relationship with you...if she can't...well, she just did you a favor and saved you time and investment from someone who isn't worth what you have to offer anyway. It can be tricky learning how and when to broach the subject but I have faith and confidence that you will figure that out as well. You're a strong and courageous individual and I know you're going to be just fine. Much respect brother 🙏
Anthony and dated just barely two weeks, broke up, and went our separate ways. A little over 12 months later, I saw him in a chat room, and decided to to say, hello. The first thing he told me, was that, "I have AIDS, and, your lose ass probably gave it to me" Needless to say, I was absolutely shocked, no, not by his insolence, but, the news shocking news, he dropped on me. Luckily, I had just gotten a battery of tests, including blood work, aids test, for a life insurance policy, a few weeks earlier. I jumped in my car, drove over to Oakland to his apartment, my test result in hand. (non reacting) I brought some green tea, sugar substitute and a few other goodies for him. This was more than 7 years ago. We haven't talked or seen each other since then.Sometimes I wonder how he's doing.
Just a medical note: once you have experienced an AIDS-related opportunistic infection & have been diagnosed with AIDS, you are still diagnosed with AIDS even if you've since recovered. Stay well.
You are so adorable and sweet yet strong 💪 I hope you get everything you want in this life and I’m so glad you’re not letting this disease define you because just like you said it’s no longer a death sentence. You have hiv but hiv does not have you!!! Stay beautiful love!!!
Dude I'm going through all those things now I got diagnosed and lost my job for seemingly no reason just started triumeq and praying I don't have lots of side effects and got dumped by my bf who was actually the one who lied and gave me the virus SMH but im so proud of you dude stay strong
todd hazel Hey Todd, so sorry to hear you had to go through such a similar situation. But also so glad u found my video and that u can relate to me so well...just proves we’re not alone and there are so many others going through the same or similar situations. Keep your head up mate, it’ll get better. God bless 🙏🏽
my first time to watch u..and I must say I get hooked immediately...your adorable guy,smart,honest,brave...honestly I have rush symptoms now but I'm afraid of having it I'm afraid to go to the doctor...your such an inspiring guy...i like u now and I subscribe now I'm looking forward to watch more of your videos..stay positive I'm sure god always guide u...
@angel Lopez Glad you appreciate it! But if you're at all concerned...just do the dang test. It's so much better to know than to not know and deal with all that anxiety and worry...and not to mention the virus getting more out of control if you DO have it. Do that for yourself.
Raif Derrazi thank u so much for the advice... I think your right...i have to overcome my fears...your such an inspiration,..i adore u as a person...u inspired me everytime I watch u..i will include u to my prayers, and May god always blessed us specialy u....thank u so much again dear.... 🙏😘
I just got tested for HIV and it came back negative (Thank You Jesus). I have gotten too far in my personal life to where I am getting to a point where I am close to being able to play guitar at bars for money. It was a long time in coming. I meet this girl and she was the worst decision I have ever made in my life (alcohol, drugs, ex boyfriends, etc) it goes to show that you cannot extend your hand and feel sorry for people when they in turn do not appericate it in return. She is out of my life and I have been full blown abstence since and am going back to my relgious roots where God and Jesus matters. You can take charge of your life and be "all that you can be" without anyone trying to control you or mess up your path. Yes it is hard work and there have been plenty of times where I wanted to give up but I am still am trucking. Prize yourself otherwise Life will make you a prize for others (PS I am taking another HIV test this week just to be sure because Quest Labs are known not to have the best customer service in the world JIC)
@@RaifDerrazi Continue to take care of yourself good sirs. Remember you have only one life. Make it count no matter how hard it can get. I have been searching on the internet and their are scientists now close to finding vacinnes for HIV. They are in the phases of having to use it on human clinical trials. I wouldn't be surpised if they come out with a Vaccine for wild type of HIV withim the next decade or two.
I have to confess that I did it someone who was undetectable but we only dated for 2 weeks. That was 5 years ago now. I know more and it's not something that we don't need to be scare. ❤❤❤❤
Got my result dis month n I'm HIV+ ..I cried a lot.and yes even me I still think its death sentence. But keeping my faith in Lord that I will be healed and share his beautiful miracle.
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Your story is empowering people with recently reactive for HIV rapid test and are recently diagnosed with HIV/AIDS. I want to let you know that you continue to be a beacon of light for those who are put in the darkness by HIV/AIDS and more importantly, the stigma that comes with it.
I came across your video seeking some type of hope. My husband just got diagnosed with Aids and i haven't stopped crying about it. Thank yoi for sharing your story.
I'm sorry. Hoping you have a good support system and lots of people there to hold you as you process through these difficult times.
Prayers for u & ur husband
Hi Raif, my name is Xavier, Not Sure if you remember me, we worked together for a short time (about 5yrs ago) in a Cafe in Santa Monica and (although I'm only casually on there) I'm happy to say we are also still FB friends... In all that time I had NO idea what you were going through and I so upset I've been so out of it that I did not at least know of your battle with HIV, (I feel awful)... but I'm SO VERY HAPPY to know that you've fought your way back to health 10x better that you were before... thank you so very much for sharing your story with us (it moved me very much) you're an inspiration in so many way... I look forward to see more of your Vlogs... Huge 🤗 Hug... your Friend ~ Xavier
Again Xavier...thank you so much for your kind words. It means a lot to me. You were always very kind too! And I'm glad to know you
Raif Derrazi so sad you are going through this.
Genesis Real info Report. Don’t be! I’m doing quite well and feeling very healthy and happy
Raif Derrazi wish u all the best baby I love u same here
A. Xavier Such a very nice thing to write. You are indeed a very, very nice man. Bless you.
dude, aids is aids, if you're already infected and be it. you're way stronger than what you and others think. thanks for being true and you are a true testimony when it comes to aids. God bless youalways.
Love that Bobby, Thanks for keeping it REAL
@@RaifDerraziChicago fan of your videos great information 🎉thank you
I would be proud to have you as a member of my family, or even my own son! Any day! Anyone as kind, intelligent, well spoken, and brave as you are is a treasure.
Aw thank you so much for that 😊
Holy fuck bro you are an incredible man. Not only have you put yourself out there and started a conversation that needs to be had but u freakin take the time to answer every comment. I tweeted u earlier before I saw this and I'm in awe. Love and respect bro
Sir Baden Hahah, Thank u so much for noticing!! I try really hard to respond to most everyone. And it really does take hours and hours. Unfortunately if the popularity of my channel continues to climb at some point it just won’t be feasible anymore lol but I’m damn sure as hell gonna try. I really do care about y’all
Bro I'm speechless, may God bless you , keep strong next couple of years there will be a cure, by God will.
Thank you so much!
happy birthday! The thing that pissed me off is that the guy just told you that you had aids and walked out like wtf... You are a really strong individual. 💖
Eleeza Delice haha right? Ah well, people don’t know better...and he came back and apologized which I appreciated 🙏🏽
@@RaifDerrazi I don't understand why the nurse was like that
Hiv is not a death sentence ,take care sweetheart ,you not alone ,don't be sad ,be safe ,so much in life to enjoy,a big hug for you❤
I absolutely agree Odette! It's quite the opposite now. Life is ready for the taking...HIV positive for not.
happy belated bdayyy juss watchihg ya videos been helping me with my newly diagnoses🥹
I'm hoping I pull through. My cd4 is at 115 and viral load is high. I'm starting treatment so I hope my immune system improves and cd4 rises way up and viral load drops. I had been diagnosed for 10 years but meds scared me. I feel well and healthy and haven't been sick. But I now been told I got full blown aids because of the numbers. I hope and pray my body responds with the meds and improve for the best. Technology and the medicine has come a long ways but looks like I'll find out just how good it is very soon.
Your story gives me hope. Your count was under 200 with a high viral load and you pulled through. Also u wasn't sick with anything else and took care to not get ill with something. I been doing same. I am hoping there is a high chance my body immune system pulls through as well. This was just what I needed to hear, thank you for sharing man.
Huge UPDATE: 3 months later (June)
My hiv is now Undetectable
The t cells has already jump forward 115 to 216.
Doctor already has said once the cells ho past 300 which in a few months it might be well past that number. I could consider to stop use of medication.
The undetectable results the Doc said it was completely wiped out that they could not find any trace of the virus in my system.
Thank God and i hope this helps many other people who is in a similar situation where as I didn't do any treatment for around several years. And now its all gone and immune wise im getting stronger! Just excellent! Survival of the fittest!
He said you could stop meds?
Hey! Do not stop your medications! Please consult another doctor if your current doctor said to stop. The moment you stop your medications, the virus reactivates and starts to multiply again increasing the viral load.
How r u doing now
Raif, I want to give you the biggest hug ever! Thank you for sharing your amazing story. The disease doesn’t define you. You will live a long and fulfilling life! 👍
Aw I'll take that! Big hug right back at ya!
I love you so much because you took such a big step and came forth and shared your personal life a lot of people will not tell you that they have AIDS which upsets me
I dont have HIV, but your story is so inspiring! I watch the videos because your positivity is contagious. I'm totally healthy but still fall victim to my own negativity. But you make me want to be better, so thank you!
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To place your order kindly call or WhatsApp +12055788294 this (if in Africa) or email kelvinmorgan020@gmail.com you can also well send US massage through inbox
You are really handsome thanks for giving a face to this illness and show that a positive person can have a normal live as everybody
Happy Birthday Raif Derrazi!!! Wish you the best and many more birthdays to come!!!
+Jahir Mercado thanks a lot man!
So you’re an ‘85 baby? I’m a ‘76 baby. Thank you for acknowledging those who came before you that didn’t make it. They were heroes.
So proud of you for owning your truth God bless you I wish you many many more happy birthdays to come you are my superhero .
Aw thank u so much Marcia! God bless u too! 🙏
Your words in this video have helped me a lot. Lifted me up from a dark place. Thank you so very much.
King takes Jack you’re so, so welcome bud. And SO glad it helped you. That’s the propose for all of it! More to come 🙏🏽
Hi from Costa Rica, I just got to say you rock men. You give hope to people like me that have been recently diagnosed. I hope in a couple of years I will be telling a story of bravery like your own. Good bless you.
Brayan, thank you for that. And I hope sooner than you think you will be doing the same too!
your brave bro im just to scared to get tested
Your story is an absolute inspiration and a blessing. Thank you for having the strength to share this.
Absolutely my friend! You're very welcome. Thank you for the support!
Please if he had a girlfriend things could be different once you break the law you pay the price aids / put the tool whare it was made to work
Thankful for you. So thankful. You're an inspiration. Truly.
Thanks for the love Destiny!
Happy birthday bb! Thank u for this video
+The Sideway Society Thx for the love!
Raif, Thanks for sharing and presenting a brave portrayal of your situation. I have been living with HIV for over a year and still adjusting to this new normal and subscribe to your philosophy of being proactive in my mental, physical, and emotional state and happy beleated bday. Mine is coming up shortly and look forward to moving forward to 2018! I'd like to chat more with you about all of these changes...
Tom Rogers yea man! Use this as an opportunity to really focus in on loving urself and ur body and ur health. What have u got to looooose?!
Love is bigger than any virus. Stay strong Raif. Smile always and more more Birthdays to come 😘
Thanks so much Chi!
@@RaifDerrazi thank you for being an inspiration. Tc always 😉
Wow I was feeling sorry for myself today then i heard what you have been through,and I want to kick my self ! I love your positive outlook on life you look great stay healthy and motivated,love from London x
love your bravery and strength !!! i see a bright and beautiful future ahead of you buddy.
I hope so man 🙏 Doing my best...
You are an awesome beautiful man and am SO PROUD of your story!!! Good for you and may God Bless You in all you do!!!
Thank you so much, Matt!
Raif you truely are inspiration... I have recently diagnosed with HIV & kind of loosing all my hope
... completely broken but your videos are something which gives me inspiration to go ahead in life & reminds me that my life is not over yet... Thank you...
Absolutely Rohit, your life is FAR from over...for me it just began! So keep up the good attitude and hope!
I have also learnt i had hiv+ a few days before my birthday in 2017. No one can feel that way without living that situation. God bless us all
God bless you I wish i had your strength im super sick and Im really scared to get tested
@@alonsobrescia7749 Go get tested is your life!
I have alot of questions what symptoms you guys had a month after contracting the virus if you guys even knew you had it also I hope you guys are doing well.
@@Mylife-yd9xq if your immune system is powerful, you may not feel any symptoms during a long time, it can take months and years for the virus to spread all your body; so it depends individually. Before i learnt i had the virus i had become zona all my body, then i realized i became it due to the HIV as it effected my immune system. One day when i donated blood, i was informed that i was infected by HIV and directed to hospital for a start for treatment. It has been 5 years now and i am healthy thanks to the treatment i have been taking. Treatment is so simple, you take only one medicine per day.
I feel you bro..... I often get upset thinking about all those poor folk who went before so bravely without hope or any chance of survival. So many young lives cut in their prime. It must be what survivor guilt feels like. I also get upset for people like you who are diagnosed so young ( I was 50) because of the stigma. Great to see your forward thinking attitude to life.
Thank u my friend!
You are an inspiration my friend . Rock on . You inspire alot of people and your videos are changing the world !!
Thank you Travis! Doing my best 🙏
Thank you for sharing your experience I needed to hear this, you had raised my hopes higher. And also you make me cry. 😥, brave man.
Glad it helped you, my friend. God bless
It takes little to let go and fall and much to hang on and climb--you are inspiring-Thank you-
Yes, and I think that applies to most things in life. But if you keep your eyes on the prize the rest doesn't really matter
Your so handsome raif🥰well in this day and age HIV is not a death sentence anymore not like before ,I want to meet someone who is HIV positive and give them a big hug I know what are guys going through like people who fought any other illness.
Thank you for that. Glad to have your support ❤️
No worries because I remember I watched this tv show in the Philippines where they feature HIV positive people and one of the host asked the HIV positive person I can see fear and awkwardness in him like ,are people gonna hate me or something.off course no one wants to get it but we all make mistakes were not perfect.ah and 1 thing Also I promised to my self if I hit the jackpot prize in the lottery I will buy ARV for people with HIV and give to it for free🥰🥰🥰
And also I caught gonorrhea And I let the year past now I'm suffering and don't know what to do,I had it for 15 years I went to different doctors I think it's to late to be cure that's why I got lower right abdomen pain always.
I'm so happy for you!!!! Happy birthday!!
You are an absolute inspiration
btw, that nurse was sooo Out of Order blowing your status in the waiting room BEFORE you saw the doc.... hope you made a complaint x
It wasn't in the waiting room, it was in the private office with the door open. But regardless, yes, way out of line
Hey man u keep on doing good things God will take care of the rest and if you already expired just know your videos are yet helping us keep the faith regardless of the what ifs
I dont have hiv/aids..but i take my hat off to u! Very brave man! U are in my thoughts and prayers!!
Thanks Meagan, appreciate the love! God bless
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️all love here!!!
God Bless you ! Your testimony, bravery and courage alone is a Blessing… Thank you so much for being an inspiration to us all
Aw thanks Shameeah, so appreciate the love ❤️❤️❤️
@@RaifDerrazi you’re welcome ☺️ ❤️
This is inspiring. Great to hear your story.
Thank you Brayan!
I was just diagnosed with hiv after a random drunk threesome I had. The nurses at the clinic weren’t any help at all, they just gave me some pamphlets and told me I could go, it seemed like they were looking down at me too kinda. The straight community isn’t as open and supportive with this as you guys are, yall are lucky to have a caring community cause I feel so alone rn
If i was there would have given you a big hug, keep up the good work
Thank u, i would've appreciated it greatly
Raif: you are fabulous. Such a beautiful person with a heart of gold. Blessings and much love being sent to you. You are an inspiration. 🙏🦋🙏
You are a beautiful man and a great inspiration please keep making these videos
Eric Bushman Thanks Eric!! Really appreciate that...I’m gonna keep sharing, there’s a lot more I wanna do so I’ll be creating more shortly ☺️ Take care!
Happy birthday!, much
+Aikuchi thank u so much brotha for the support! Was a little nervous putting it out there. Plz share if u think u kno people who might find it useful or encouraging 🙏🏽
Happy Birthday to you, You are so strong, God bless you. Take care of your self
Guy...you are a true real inspiration for many out there...god bless..
tejas bhosale Thank u!
Proud of u just Keep livin your life dont be a victime it not ur faute and know that u are not alone with this situation. Now you have chance to live like everyone just take care dont forget yr medecines Keep clean and trust god.
B-vens Sinda Amen my friend! 🙏🏽
Much lov from me to you friend
i was also diagnose with hiv last 2016 3 days before my birthday, i never had symptoms like flu its just that i was concern about my weight loss and since i know i had multiple sexual partner before that with unprotected sex i feel its time to get a check up, and then i went to a clinic and and just in 10 mins. the doctor told me that i have an hiv and so she endorse me to get a councelling so i could have a free medication from the clinic. and so years go by now 2018, i feel more healthier. i take one pill everyday with my vitamins plus i do exercise. :) thanks for sharing your video @raif derrazi somehow somewhere it lifts me up and feel even more healthier.
Mark Wang That’s awesome, glad to hear it
Which country are you getting medication? In China it's unaffordable to have triumqe for 500dollors a month
Huan Li did you get help?
@@huanli2186 how do people get help there
Same with me, I was 19💔
I don't have Aids and am 10 years older than you and I'm a vegetarian, you still got me beat handsome!!! like I said, I don't have Aids/HIV but this video helps others to find strength to push through hard things in our lives. Thank you for this vid.
Hope you are doing well, and managed to patch things up with your folks.
A Jones appreciate that! I AM doing well...however my family issues I've just had to let go...Let it goooooo, let it gooooo! Lol
Thank you for sharing and congratulations for being so courageous!
Appreciate the love
you are truly a remarkable and brave man ..stay strong..
Very educational and thank you for Breaking that down in simple words to understand
Keep fighting! You're lucky compared to other.
I absolutely will. And yes, I feel blessed 👊😌
Thank you my friend happy birthday thank you for sharidayng your story You're a champion. I have a big admiration for you keep fighting not to mention that you are very handsome.
Bro... i'm kinda depress but your video is helping a bit.
Was recently diagnosed too just 3weeks before my birthday. I have not told anyone, not a single family or friend.
Have you been able to talk to anyone yet? How are you feeling now? I'm happy to hear that you at least found some comfort in my video
Raif Derrazi been seeing a clinical social worker, therapy is ongoing... still didn't disclose it to family or friends. But went to gym too just like what you are doing. Copping well... I guess and I hope.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. You are very brave
You look so very healthy. Continue to take care of yourself.
Oh you know I will Marybel! ;)
Sending love and strength! ♥️ You are very brave and an inspiration to many.
B38 Thank u so much for that! Def appreciated 😌🙏🏽
Keep inspiring Raif. You are doing very well 👍🏼💋
Thank u so much! 👊🏽
You made me cry. I feel inspired to get better now.
Raoul Rosales you should! You have a lot to be hopeful for!
Thumbs up for this brave guy. 👍👍👍👍 many people have those disease but you are brave enough to speak for them. So you are stronger than many people who judged you for who you are and what you have. Don't mind them and stick to the people who truly cares and loves you.
Glad to hear your story, im PLHIV to from PHILIPPINES and im a fan
Hey Raif, really like your video and honestly about your journey with this disease. We need more people like you if we are ever to chip away at the stigma. If people were as educated as you are about living with the virus then new diagnosis' would reduce quite dramatically. Keep strong handsome.
Andrew Wiltshire Amen to that! And thank you
thank you for sharing this....its so painful. i don't have aids but i got hsv it hurts as much.
What is hsv?
Came across your videos recently.very happy to share them with my people at the NGO.very inspiring, I believe that being hiv positive is scary but not the end of life it’s a new beginning being more healthier and determined to fight back thank you keep posting more videos❤️❣️
Love that! And thank u for sharing. What NGO are you workin with?
It’s an NGO dealing with woman infected by the virus and we try to help them out through counseling.hope you come to Mauritius 🇲🇺 and you can come and visit us
@@RaifDerrazi I am wondering how you pay for those meds and why they are so expensive.
@@RaifDerrazimy God bless you
That is so devastating to drop that on you like that. Very unprofessional. I'm sorry you should have been told by the Dr. Happy birthday in 2022 handsome 🥰
I thought an AIDS diagnosis was a t-cell count below 250 accompanied by two infections? Also, I've read that once you're diagnosed with AIDS, you will always be considered as having AIDS even after your t-cell goes back up and you're undetectable. Then I heard that only certain states apply that rule.
My doc told me that it was just a matter of T-Cell count going below 250...yes, I've heard that once you are AIDS diagnosed...you will always be considered 'AIDS diagnosed'...but that doesn't mean that you have AIDS currently lol....I certainly don't have AIDS even tho i am still considered 'AIDS diagnosed' ...super confusing...and trivial if u ask me.
Raif Derrazi you don't even look like you have AIDS, I'm not sure if you believe in God, but live with your faith. I know the comparison I'm about to say it's not comparable, but I've got my mom with stage 4 cancer, and the first thing you think is death. But I won't lie it's a hard thing to face, but I told my mom to fight for her life, and life has changed for her 😶 but I guess what I'm trying to say, you fight that diagnosis and you could give hope to so many people with AIDS, and encouragement on staying healthy and doing things to make you happy, you look great. I'm not sure what will happen with my mom but I'm hoping for the best 🙏 God loves you, AIDS doesn't define you please don't cry, be strong and my mom is taking immunocal for immune system to make it stronger, please look into it I promise you it will help you, don't forget about researching immunocal ok. Blessings 🙌 you've got this, eat healthy as well 👍
Dora Benavidez Thank you so much, Dora! And thank you for sharing your struggles to with your mom. I’ll pray for her. You guys are both so strong and she’s so lucky to have you there supporting her. God Bless! 🙏🏽
Don't worry HIV+ person live normal life 75-80 years
@Karen Love if you take your pills at the time you wont experience this
Hi Raif ,thank u for sharing.you are amazing.
Gia Desplas Thank u Gia! Very kind of u
It’s really scared because you wouldn’t know that someone can have it in some cases you can tell but in most you can’t which is scary to me that’s why I’m going to be extra careful.
Thank you so much for sharing your story! You are a inspiration
Happy belated bday buddy...
Thank u brotha!
It’s just something in your blood.
You inspired me a lot.
You are amazing!!!!!!!
Hugggggggggg ❤️
Thanks for your support buddy!! Hugs back!
Hey dear how are you now
I am 41 and HIV negative. Part of that is just luck because we have all done crazy things. If I met someone I really liked and they happened to be HIV + I would still date them. I'd go on PreP and/or practice safe sex. No judgement here. You are very very attractive and I wish you all the best.
@kevin Poo Thanks for sharing and for the encouragement, kevin...that's the kind of educated, rational thinking that we need!
@@RaifDerrazi There are so many narrow minded people out there. It's sad. If you're ever in the Baltimore/Washington DC area let me know! Dinner or drinks on me! :)
Raif you are awesome man, you bring hope to people that are diagnosed with hiv. Your videos have helped me stay strong and keep my head up. I tested positive 2 days ago from a test done at munson laboratories, but negative on 2 rapid tests I'm not sure what's going on with me but I will be seeing an infectious disease specialist next week. When I found out I panicked just like most people would who are uneducated about hiv. I'm heterosexual so the stigma behind only homosexual men getting is entirely false. After doing some extensive research following the discovery of my diagnosis, I started to feel like a person again. Like you said in one of your videos the medication is highly advanced today. Scientists and researchers are constantly learning more about this virus and hope to one day stop this epidemic. Where I stand today is not so much of a concern about health because I'm a very healthy person and hopefully have caught this in time before AIDS. My main concern is about my future relationships with women. The horrible stigma associated with HIV would almost certainly stop a person dead in there tracks. I fear I will never know what love is now. I'm gonna take things day by day and focus on my career. Im still very scared to tell anybody because of how they will view me from there on. Thank you for your videos, you are extremely motivational.
Justin, my man, thank you so much for sharing something so personal and profoundly impactful in your life. Thank you for speaking up and confirming that HIV is in fact NOT a gay disease. It effects anyone and everyone. It does not discriminate the way humans do.
Secondly, I commend you for doing what you need to do, handling it, and being so committed to yourself and improving your outlook on yourself and your life. You have every right to do so. There is so much hope for you and life is still very much what you make of it. As far as the stigma and dealing with a potential partner...any woman worth your time, and after being educated on the current state of the virus (especially the lack of transmission for those who are 'undetectable') should be able to look past it and continue a relationship with you...if she can't...well, she just did you a favor and saved you time and investment from someone who isn't worth what you have to offer anyway. It can be tricky learning how and when to broach the subject but I have faith and confidence that you will figure that out as well.
You're a strong and courageous individual and I know you're going to be just fine. Much respect brother 🙏
Anthony and dated just barely two weeks, broke up, and went our separate ways. A little over 12 months later, I saw him in a chat room, and decided to to say, hello.
The first thing he told me, was that, "I have AIDS, and, your lose ass probably gave it to me"
Needless to say, I was absolutely shocked, no, not by his insolence, but, the news shocking news, he dropped on me.
Luckily, I had just gotten a battery of tests, including blood work, aids test, for a life insurance policy, a few weeks earlier. I jumped in my car, drove over to Oakland to his apartment, my test result in hand. (non reacting)
I brought some green tea, sugar substitute and a few other goodies for him.
This was more than 7 years ago. We haven't talked or seen each other since then.Sometimes I wonder how he's doing.
Just a medical note: once you have experienced an AIDS-related opportunistic infection & have been diagnosed with AIDS, you are still diagnosed with AIDS even if you've since recovered. Stay well.
Trevor T really interesting point man! Def didn’t know that. And seems a little odd to me but thx for the heads up!
Trevor T Why? AIDS diagnosted can rearch undetectable levels of HIV
This shit pisses me off so bad. You are loved. Period
Thank u so much for that. Very much appreciated 😌🙏
You are so adorable and sweet yet strong 💪 I hope you get everything you want in this life and I’m so glad you’re not letting this disease define you because just like you said it’s no longer a death sentence. You have hiv but hiv does not have you!!! Stay beautiful love!!!
Happy belated birthday and you look great
That’s awesome, I’m a human trafficking survivor. I’ve dealt with so much stigma, I appreciate the idea of ignoring stigma:)
Dude I'm going through all those things now I got diagnosed and lost my job for seemingly no reason just started triumeq and praying I don't have lots of side effects and got dumped by my bf who was actually the one who lied and gave me the virus SMH but im so proud of you dude stay strong
Oh and contests and happy b day
todd hazel Hey Todd, so sorry to hear you had to go through such a similar situation. But also so glad u found my video and that u can relate to me so well...just proves we’re not alone and there are so many others going through the same or similar situations. Keep your head up mate, it’ll get better. God bless 🙏🏽
my first time to watch u..and I must say I get hooked immediately...your adorable guy,smart,honest,brave...honestly I have rush symptoms now but I'm afraid of having it I'm afraid to go to the doctor...your such an inspiring guy...i like u now and I subscribe now I'm looking forward to watch more of your videos..stay positive I'm sure god always guide u...
@angel Lopez Glad you appreciate it! But if you're at all concerned...just do the dang test. It's so much better to know than to not know and deal with all that anxiety and worry...and not to mention the virus getting more out of control if you DO have it. Do that for yourself.
Raif Derrazi thank u so much for the advice... I think your right...i have to overcome my fears...your such an inspiration,..i adore u as a person...u inspired me everytime I watch u..i will include u to my prayers, and May god always blessed us specialy u....thank u so much again dear.... 🙏😘
I just got tested for HIV and it came back negative (Thank You Jesus). I have gotten too far in my personal life to where I am getting to a point where I am close to being able to play guitar at bars for money. It was a long time in coming. I meet this girl and she was the worst decision I have ever made in my life (alcohol, drugs, ex boyfriends, etc) it goes to show that you cannot extend your hand and feel sorry for people when they in turn do not appericate it in return. She is out of my life and I have been full blown abstence since and am going back to my relgious roots where God and Jesus matters. You can take charge of your life and be "all that you can be" without anyone trying to control you or mess up your path. Yes it is hard work and there have been plenty of times where I wanted to give up but I am still am trucking. Prize yourself otherwise Life will make you a prize for others (PS I am taking another HIV test this week just to be sure because Quest Labs are known not to have the best customer service in the world JIC)
Hey thanks for sharing your story
@@RaifDerrazi Continue to take care of yourself good sirs. Remember you have only one life. Make it count no matter how hard it can get. I have been searching on the internet and their are scientists now close to finding vacinnes for HIV. They are in the phases of having to use it on human clinical trials. I wouldn't be surpised if they come out with a Vaccine for wild type of HIV withim the next decade or two.
Take care and God bless you and keep you safe in his Arms.
Tony Allen Thank u very much!
you are so welcome.Raif
YOU ARE WELCOME Raif.
Sending much love. You are inspiration to all of us letting this world take us down. Never giving up thank you ❤❤❤❤
Melissa Guerrero You’re welcome! You kno I won’t give up! And thank you for the kind words and support. Much love back to u ♥️
Thanks 🙏 for sharing your video,,my respect,,you are a “Brave Men”,,,Happy Birthday 🎂,,,,Big Wave 🌊 From Puerto Rico 🇵🇷,,,😘
Awesome Luis, thanks for the love!
I salute you dude.... You stand brave..... IM crying wile IM watvhing your vidio
I'm pretty sure 50% of these comments are bots and I'm not buying any of this story.
Huh?
I have to confess that I did it someone who was undetectable but we only dated for 2 weeks. That was 5 years ago now. I know more and it's not something that we don't need to be scare. ❤❤❤❤
Got my result dis month n I'm HIV+ ..I cried a lot.and yes even me I still think its death sentence.
But keeping my faith in Lord that I will be healed and share his beautiful miracle.
It's not a death sentence. Focus on educating yourself and realizing that you have a full life ahead of you
Stay positive stay healty, HIV is not a death sentence anymore!
Love and Light Brother. Namasté
We need more people like you in the world.
your very inspirational raif
Thanks Robby...it just started with wanting to be and do my best every day 🙏
Raif you look great! Fuk the fam if they think to shut you up helps.....you are blessing others with facts and keepon your mission
Princess Peach Wow, it’s been a while since I made that video! I’m so glad I made the right decision for myself. Never lookin’ back! Hehe