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ScottD

ScottD

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American looking for information about Ecuador

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American

Lives in Cuenca, Azuay

Registration: 09 March 2017

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ScottD replied to a thread
6 years ago
ScottD

HIV Medications by ScottD

I have HIV and loved Cuenca. My fear is getting my HIV meds down there. They are so costly and without my insurances, I wouldn't be able to exist. Scary. Anyone have some light on this? I would be so grateful Mail order doesn't seem to ...

ScottD

Thank you for your help with this I will contact them sadly though this medication is up to $4000 a month here in the States this is why I have insurance here in the USA. It's just two meds that are keeping me alive. Damn things. Again Thank ... Read More

ScottD replied to a thread
6 years ago
BGCG

First Visit to Cuenca in May by BGCG

My wife and I are considering retiring in Cuenca in 2017 and we will make our first exploratory trip in May. We would appreciate any tips on the best places to meet expats for meaningful conversation and also a recommendation of a realtor who can ...

ScottD

I loved Cuenca when I was there one year ago. Traveled the coast with high hopes but the uncleanliness and the poor dogs starving just didn't settle well with me. Cuenca has it going on, but I have HIV and fear not being able to get my ... Read More

ScottD created a thread
6 years ago

HIV Medications

I have HIV and loved Cuenca. My fear is getting my HIV meds down there. They are so costly and without my insurances, I wouldn't be able to exist. Scary. Anyone have some light on this? I would be so grateful Mail order doesn't seem to ... Read More

ScottD replied to a thread
6 years ago
WesleyThompson

Medical Practice in Ecuador - HIV Specialist by WesleyThompson

We are looking to move to Ecuador and are considering doing so before I retire, my spouse is already retired. I am a physician assistant board certified in HIV, transgender care, and family practice. Are there any other medical providers on these ...

ScottD

If you find one can you pass that info... much appreciated. Scotty Read More

ScottD replied to a thread
6 years ago
WesleyThompson

Medical Practice in Ecuador - HIV Specialist by WesleyThompson

We are looking to move to Ecuador and are considering doing so before I retire, my spouse is already retired. I am a physician assistant board certified in HIV, transgender care, and family practice. Are there any other medical providers on these ...

ScottD

I want to move to Cuenca but I have HIV. My two medications are Isentress and Lamividine. My insurance covers my meds here but down there is a whole different scenario. Any help you can give me I would greatly appreciate. I am Scotty from ... Read More

ScottD replied to a thread
7 years ago
ScottD

HIV knowledge of resources by ScottD

I am HIV Poz and on meds. Does anyone know the availability of HIV drugs in Ecuador mainly Cuenca. Or organizations that could help. I'm at a loss and overwhelmed. Thank you for your help Scotty

ScottD

You are very kind Susan.. Thank you for your help. I will contact him.. I love it down there but skeptical that I won't have my medications. Sadly they keep me alive... :o ... which is good just never thought I would have to depend on a ... Read More

ScottD created a thread
7 years ago

HIV knowledge of resources

I am HIV Poz and on meds. Does anyone know the availability of HIV drugs in Ecuador mainly Cuenca. Or organizations that could help. I'm at a loss and overwhelmed. Thank you for your help Scotty Read More

ScottD replied to a thread
8 years ago
WaynePatafio

Availability of HIV meds by WaynePatafio

I am planning a retirement in Equador, being HIV positive but healthy and undetectable, my first question has to be if I can get the meds that keep me healthy. The main drug I am taking is Triumeg. It is a 3 drug combo pill I only have to take ...

ScottD

Sadly I have heard nothing.... so if I find out anything I'll let you know and if you find out anything let me know. Read More

ScottD replied to a thread
8 years ago
WaynePatafio

Availability of HIV meds by WaynePatafio

I am planning a retirement in Equador, being HIV positive but healthy and undetectable, my first question has to be if I can get the meds that keep me healthy. The main drug I am taking is Triumeg. It is a 3 drug combo pill I only have to take ...

ScottD

Wow when I saw your post I got very excited I too am hiv-positive and I am also thinking of relocating to Ecuador more on the Pacific Coastal side and I too am on Triumeq, if you have found out any information I would greatly greatly appreciate any ... Read More