There's talk of introducing a HIV medication, dermal implant. It would be inserted under the skin & deliver meds up to a year. OK, I get it, that could be a great thing, especially for people who find it difficult or impossible to follow a regimen. But still, eewww.
I'm aware implanted devices have been used for over a century, but still they ick me out a bit. The idea of something being inserted into my body permanently is not appealing. I know people have this done all the time & technically I'm being somewhat hypocritical, I've had root canals.
During this dental procedure, a root canal filling is placed in the removed part of the tooth & then a typical filling is adhered before having the tooth crowned. Maybe, it's because I can't see or feel a root canal filling. Maybe, out of sight, out of mind.
I've know people with various medical apparatus. It's hard not to be aware of them. I guess they get used to them, like wearing glasses. I hope to never find myself in a place to need such things.
So, beyond my own reservations, this might be a good idea. They've been used for various procedures & pharmaceutical needs before, like birth control. The practice has been here for ages & I doubt the idea will bother everyone. Here comes the HIV medication implant. Let's see how it goes.
Cya...
