Hiv Fat Redistribution Syndrome Treatment

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Fat redistribution

I have been hiv+ since 1993 but didn't start meds until 1995. My meds were Crixivan,zerit an epivir. My viral load went from 885,000 to undectable <50. Thru the years i been doing great and still am but i"ve noticed how skinny my arms...

Response from Keith Henry, M.D.

University of Minnesota, School of Medicine

Your current regimen may slow down the problem but it is unclear to me whether the fat would actually decrease. Exercise and diet may help some patients modestly. Growth hormone and growth hormone releasing factor are under evaluation for treatment... Read more »

fat redistribution

I am a 45 yrd old female, hiv + for almost 18 yrs, on no meds. My questions is have you ever heard... Read more »

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fat redistribution

I read your response to a question about changes in body shape from HIV meds. Other articles... Read more »

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If you have experienced this phenomenon, I would really like... Read more »

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