Hiv Complication

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ICAAC 2007: Key HIV Research on HIV/HAART Complications and HIV Drug Resistance

This is part three of a three-part article. For part one, First-Line Therapy, click here . For part two, Antiretrovirals in Development, click here . Listening and Viewing Options Full Interview and Slides Podcast of Interview ... Read more »

HIV Treatment Series: Early Intervention for Metabolic Complications of HIV

Today HIV management in the developed world is not just about clobbering the virus. It's about whole health and improved quality of life. Simpler medication regimens and symptom management are not the only priorities. HIV treatment now includes... Read more »

Cardiovascular Risk Factors and Metabolic Complications in HIV-Infected Patients Receiving HAART

Introduction Cardiovascular Complications CVD Risk Assessment Managing CVD Risk ART Choices and Lipid Changes Treatment Switching Summary References Introduction Metabolic and morphological changes, collectively referred to as... Read more »

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Long-term HIV complications

I am responding to Kyle's question to Dr. Daar about his many complications from long-term HIV drugs and infection. I am a long-term survivor, over twenty-five years. We survivors are rare. All of my HIV-positive friends are dead. I have...

Response from Eric Daar, M.D.

UCLA School of Medicine

Thank you for sharing your thoughts and experiences. I am glad to hear that you are feeling well.Best,Eric... Read more »

dental trouble due to hiv complications?

hi dr. moyleever since i can remember, my dental profile has been impeccable. UNTIL NOW! it seems since my poz diagnosis (caught it early) my teeth have been getting this charcoal colored film on them - mainly on the inside bottom row (or maybe...

Response from Graeme Moyle, M.D.

Chelsea and Westminster Hospital

I am not a dentist but I have not seen this type of problem developed as a result of starting HIV medication. Is possible you have had an infection in your mouth and it may be worthwhile seeing your dental hygienist regularly for a while to sort to... Read more »

HIV and cardiac complications

Dear Doctor Henry,I am a long-term HIV positive (22 years) white male who had receently been having episodes of what has been initially diagnosed as atrial fibrillation. This landed me in the cardiac ward of my medical home overnight, but mainly...

Response from Keith Henry, M.D.

University of Minnesota, School of Medicine

HIV infection appears likely to be a risk factor for coronary artery disease-the link to cardiac conduction abnormalities is less clear. A good cardiac workup including consultation by a rhythm specialist may be helpful (cardiac arrhythmias occur... Read more »

Hiv with Throat Cancer (LATE DIAGNOSIS OF HIV AND RESULTING OPPORTUNISTIC COMPLICATIONS, 2010)

Hi, My father was diagnosed with Throat Cancer in lymph nodes year ago and treatment had gone well and it was well in control. But the infection's started to occur in his mouth and this had doctor's check for him for HIV. And the dreaded...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hello,Sorry to hear the unfortunate news of your father's multiple diagnoses. It's indeed a tragedy when HIV/AIDS goes unrecognized and consequently untreated for such a long time that the immune system becomes so decimated (deficient)... Read more »

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More complications??

Posted by jrob123, 2 Replies

If you guys can please help asses my situation, it would be much appreciated.

I only took 2 tests both were done the same day. 13 days post exposer I took a Rapid Antibody test, as well as a NAAT or DNA test.

The Rapid came back negative, which I... Read more »

My exposure was a bit complicated, HELP!!

Posted by questions, 3 Replies

I am a gay guy and yesterday I had sex with a guy I met, I didn't suck him or anything, he sucked me though

the only thing I did was fingering him in the anus, however after I pulled my finger out, and right after I did I saw blood coming out of his... Read more »

If you have lost a loved one to HIV/AIDS ....

Posted by Marjorie

or complications directly or in-directly to AIDS .... as we have .... and would like to add them to our *Virtual AIDS Memorial Collage Website* please visit us at;
www.virtualaidscollage.com

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Lymph Node Removal Complications

Posted by amandajeanbrown, 4 Replies

I had a lymph node removed from my groin on May 6th, initially, I had no complications. The incision site looks great, no redness, no signs of infection. There is mild swelling directly under the incision, to be expected. My concern, is I have... Read more »

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