Question 1

What is PrEP and how does it work? / Apa itu PrEP dan macam mana ia berfungsi?

Accepted Answer

PrEP is a pill you take before being exposed to HIV. It builds protection in your body, so even if HIV enters your system, it can’t establish an infection. / PrEP ialah pil yang diambil sebelum terdedah kepada HIV. Ia membina perlindungan dalam badan supaya jika HIV masuk, ia tak dapat menyebabkan jangkitan.

Question 2

Is PrEP only for certain “high-risk” people? / Adakah PrEP hanya untuk orang yang “berisiko tinggi”?

Accepted Answer

No — PrEP is for anyone who wants extra protection from HIV. If you’re sexually active and want peace of mind, it could be for you. / Tidak — PrEP sesuai untuk sesiapa sahaja yang mahu perlindungan tambahan daripada HIV. Jika anda aktif secara seksual dan mahukan ketenangan fikiran, ini mungkin sesuai untuk anda.

Question 3

What’s the difference between PrEP and PEP? / Apa beza PrEP dan PEP?

Accepted Answer

PrEP is taken before a possible risk. PEP is emergency medication taken after a possible risk, within 72 hours. / PrEP diambil sebelum risiko. PEP ialah ubat kecemasan yang diambil selepas risiko, dalam masa 72 jam.

Question 4

What is Doxy-PEP? / Apa itu Doxy-PEP?

Accepted Answer

Doxy-PEP is an antibiotic you take within 72 hours after sex to lower your risk of certain STIs like chlamydia and syphilis. / Doxy-PEP ialah antibiotik yang diambil dalam masa 72 jam selepas seks untuk mengurangkan risiko STI tertentu seperti klamidia dan sifilis.

Question 5

How private is the process? / Adakah proses ini betul-betul sulit?

Accepted Answer

Completely private. Your information is protected under PDPA, and medication is sent in plain packaging. / Ya, 100% sulit. Maklumat anda dilindungi di bawah PDPA, dan ubat dihantar dalam bungkusan tanpa label jelas.

Question 6

Do I need an HIV test before starting PrEP or PEP? / Perlu buat ujian HIV sebelum mula PrEP atau PEP?

Accepted Answer

Yes. An HIV test is important to make sure you start the right medication and avoid drug resistance. / Ya. Ujian HIV penting untuk pastikan anda mula rawatan yang betul dan elak kerintangan ubat.

Question 7

Are there side effects? / Ada kesan sampingan?

Accepted Answer

Some people may have mild effects like nausea or headache at first, but they usually go away. We’ll guide you on what to expect. / Ada yang mungkin alami kesan ringan seperti loya atau sakit kepala pada awalnya, tapi biasanya akan hilang sendiri. Kami akan terangkan apa yang perlu dijangka.

Question 8

Can I stop and start PrEP whenever I want? / Boleh hentikan dan mula semula PrEP ikut suka hati?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but you’ll need to follow the correct start/stop guidelines for it to work. We’ll explain the safest way to do it. / Boleh, tapi kena ikut nasihat mula/henti yang betul untuk pastikan ia berkesan. Kami akan tunjuk cara yang selamat.

Question 9

Does PrEP or Doxy-PEP protect against all STIs? / Adakah PrEP atau Doxy-PEP lindungi semua jenis STI?

Accepted Answer

No. They help with HIV and certain bacterial STIs, but condoms are still important for full protection. / Tidak. Ia hanya melindungi HIV dan STI bakteria tertentu. Kondom masih penting untuk perlindungan penuh.

Question 10

How do I get started? / Macam mana nak mula?

Accepted Answer

Easy — complete our free online screening. A doctor will review your answers and guide you on the next step. / Mudah — isi saringan percuma online. Doktor akan semak jawapan anda dan beri nasihat seterusnya.

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