Loss Of Appetite For 2 Days Is It Hiv

Here's a taste of what TheBody.com has to offer on this topic:

Ask the Experts

Having fever and loss of appetite now..am i down with HIV? Please help! Worried sick...

Dear Dr. Frascino,I'm worried sick about the condition that i am in right now. I hope this question has never been asked before (i did a search but couldnt find something close to it).About roughly a month ago i had protected sex with 2...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

This forum is dedicated to HIV-positive folks, particularly those who have concerns related to fatigue and/or anemia. Questions related to HIV transmission, prevention, safer sex, HIV testing and risk should be sent to Dr. Bob at his "Safe Sex... Read more »

Loss of Appetite

I recently started taking meds for HIV (Sustiva and Epzicom) and my appetite has decreased. Is... Read more »

Response from Keith Henry, M.D. »

LOSS OF APPETITE

MY 68YRS OLD MOTHER DIAGNOSED BEING HIV+ 2000 HAS LOST A LOT A WEIGHT SHE HAS NO APPETITE LOOKS... Read more »

Response from Nelson Vergel, B.S.Ch.E., M.B.A. »

Go to Ask the Experts »

Articles

Canadian AIDS Treatment Information Exchange

Appetite Loss

Loss of interest in eating can come from many different medications, whether they directly suppress your appetite or create changes in your sense of smell and/or taste. It can also occur when medicines are causing nausea that makes the very thought... Read more »

A Practical Guide to HIV Drug Side Effects

Acknowledgements and Credits Introduction Appetite Loss Body Distortion -- Lipodystrophy Bone Death and Destruction Avascular Necrosis Osteopenia and Osteoporosis Cardiac Concerns Diarrhea Fatigue Gas and Bloating... Read more »

U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Florida: Blaze Devours Appetite for Life Kitchen

A fire that broke out about 4 a.m. Thursday destroyed the kitchen and pantry of Appetite for Life at 402 W. Cervantes St. in Pensacola. The blaze consumed thousands of dollars worth of food meant to feed the nonprofit's 1,300 clients -- many of whom... Read more »

Marinol Restrictions Eased

Marinol, a medication used to stimulate appetite and cope with nausea, will soon become easier and more convenient for people with HIV disease to receive, according to new federal guidelines. Manufactured by Boehringer Ingelheim/Roxane Laboratories,... Read more »

Connect With Others

LOss of appetite

Posted by Anonymous, 3 Replies

I have an extreme loss of appetite but my counts are good. I HAve no energy and am depressed! Any suggestions? Thanks! Read more »

Loss, neglect and anger?

Posted by SunshineSR, 4 Replies

I am 25, I lost my husband to AIDS last Jan. , he had been in and out of the hospital for months and the Dr.'s could not figure out what was wrong... it wasnt until he was having heart problems that they sent him to a larger hospital. It was there... Read more »

HIV-1? HIV-2? HIV-O?

Posted by Anonymous, 6 Replies

We didn't even know about HIV until the 1980's. So, we invented a HIV1 test, only to find there is a HIV2. So, we invented a HIV2 only to find out there is a HIV-O. Why are we so ignorant to think there couldn't be another strain...for which we... Read more »

loss of stamina, side effects

Posted by Anonymous, 3 Replies

Hi,

I've been HIV+ for a long time. One of the first people tested, back in 1985. I never had any complaint, or took any therapies, untill last Summer. My T-cells were always low but I felt great. I really enjoyed sports and was very competitive for... Read more »

Connect on Our Bulletin Boards »

Tools

My Health Tracker

Assess Your Risk for HIV

Find Local HIV/AIDS Services

Resource Centers

Guides for People With HIV

View All of Our Guides >>

Related Topics

View More HIV/AIDS-Related Topics »

The Body is a service of Remedy Health Media, LLC, 250 West 57th Street, New York, NY 10107. The Body and its logos are trademarks of Remedy Health Media, LLC, and its subsidiaries, which owns the copyright of The Body's homepage, topic pages, page designs and HTML code. General Disclaimer: The Body is designed for educational purposes only and is not engaged in rendering medical advice or professional services. The information provided through The Body should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or a disease. It is not a substitute for professional care. If you have or suspect you may have a health problem, consult your health care provider.