11 Early Symptoms of HIV Every Woman Should Be Aware Of

5. Chronic Sleepiness and Soreness

A feeling of discomfort and tiredness leading to always feeling sore or sleepy is seen within the first week of being infected with HIV in most patients affected by it. This would not be like a typical day when you feel a bit more tired than usual. Going to work or sticking to your daily routine can seem like a mammoth task.

“Everything hurts. It’s hard to move, and you just can’t make yourself comfortable,” says Horberg. “Your body is fighting the HIV virus, and it’s tired.”