Pose season 3 episode 7 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Blanca, a nurse's aide, comforts a patient, Troy, with thrush and discusses limited access to new HIV treatments. Meanwhile, Pray Tell, an HIV-positive patient, faces a grim prognosis and refuses further treatment. Blanca fights for and secures trial drugs for herself and Pray, improving their conditions. They find solace in a Gay Men's Choir and work on an AIDS Quilt panel. After a powerful protest for equal treatment access, Pray Tell and Blanca perform at a ballroom event. Tragically, Pray passes away, having sacrificed his medication for another patient, revealing his profound selflessness.
Full Episode S03E07 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What condition does Troy have in the hospital?
Troy has thrush, a fungal infection in his mouth.
Why is Blanca advising Troy not to smoke?
Blanca advises Troy not to smoke because he is being prescribed steroids and antifungals.
What treatment does Troy inquire about?
Troy inquires about protease inhibitors, a newer HIV treatment.
How long has Pray Tell been positive for HIV?
Pray Tell has been positive for HIV for seven years.
What new treatment is Troy part of in the trial?
Troy is part of a trial involving a cocktail of medications for HIV.
Why is Blanca frustrated with the drug trials?
Blanca is frustrated because Black and Latin patients have limited access to these trials.
What does Blanca achieve for Pray Tell and herself regarding the trial?
Blanca successfully advocates for Pray Tell and herself to be included in the drug trial.
What do Pray Tell and Blanca start treatment with?
Pray Tell and Blanca start treatment with a combination of protease inhibitors and reverse transcriptase inhibitors.
What activity do Pray Tell and Ricky join together?
Pray Tell and Ricky join the Gay Men's Choir.
What does Pray Tell work on to leave a legacy?
Pray Tell works on a panel for the AIDS Quilt to leave a legacy.
Why do Blanca and others protest?
They protest against the limited access to life-saving HIV drugs for people of color.
What happens to Pray Tell at the end?
Pray Tell unexpectedly passes away.
Why does Pray Tell pass away?
Pray Tell passes away because he had been giving his medication to Ricky, sacrificing his own health.
What is the significance of the ballroom event?
The ballroom event is a fundraiser for the HIV/AIDS community and celebrates their legacy and resilience.