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Is Hair Loss A Symptom Of AIDS
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Body Hair Loss, Symptom of What?Thank you in advance for your job in answering these questions!What HIV related illness could cause body hair loss? I know that it could be a side effect of the protease inhibitors, or AZT (I'm on Crixivan and AZT) but I'm afraid that...
Response from Judith Currier, M.D.
University of CA, LA School of Medicine
I cannot think of an OI that has hairloss as a symptom. It could be some type of endocrine problem or as you mentioned related to drugs. I am sorry I do not have an answer. I could also be related to something you took a few months ago. I hope you...
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Hair Loss and HIV?Hi Dr. Young,I'm wondering if hair loss is a common symptom of ongoing HIV infection? I have... Read more »Loss of HairI have been HIV+ for 4 years and have not had any problems or complications with the virus, except... Read more »
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HIV/AIDS and Lipodystrophy Treatments Part II: Treatments for Fat LossTable of Contents Fat in the Body Switching HIV Drugs Fat Loss in the Face Temporary Facial Fillers Permanent Facial Fillers Taking Care of Yourself Fat in the Body Fat is needed for the body to function. It plays an important... Read more »
Hair LossHair loss (alopecia) is a common experience, particularly in men as they age. When hair loss is new, rapid or severe, it is considered abnormal. There are many medical treatments that can cause disturbing hair loss, including cancer drugs and some... Read more »
Bone Health and HIV/AIDSTable of Contents The Importance of Healthy Bones Bone Loss and HIV Risk Factors How to Know if You Have Bone Problems Diet and Healthy Bones Exercise and Healthy Bones Drugs to Treat Osteoporosis Protect Your Bones The... Read more »
Is Your Testosterone Level "Normal?"Are you depressed or fatigued? Have you lost weight for no discernable cause? Have you experienced a loss in sex drive, or in men, a loss of erectile function? Have you suffered from muscle loss or the inability to grow muscle? Low testosterone... Read more »
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hair loss
Posted by mistake1, 1 Reply
does anyone know if hair loss is an hiv symptom and itchy skin also?Read more » Loss of Pubic Hair
Posted by Anonymous, 1 Reply
Is loss of pubic hair a symptom of ARS/HIV? Does anybody know?Read more » Chronic Telogen effluvium (hair loss) - Help
Posted by smilek, 1 Reply
I've been diagnosed with HIV since 1992. I've been on numerous treatments although I'm currently on Norvir, Truvada and Prezista. For the past 5-6 years I have been going through a chronic hair loss, Telogen effluvium (thinning of the scalp). It...
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Concerned about exposure time frame & OHL (Oral Hair Leukoplakia)
Posted by WorriedOne, 2 Replies
HelloI've been very concerned lately because 6-8 months ago (could have been as early as 4 months ago) I noticed a small white spot on the side of my tongue. Initially I didn't think anything of it and thought it was something that I ate or a change... Read more »
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