Swollen Ankles Neuropathy

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painful swollen ankles

I have been HIV+ for 19 years. Been on and off medications.Self employeed and can no longer afford insurance and make too much to qualify for govt. assistance. Thus I am not on medications and have not been for many years.The past 3 months my...

Response from Keith Henry, M.D.

University of Minnesota, School of Medicine

You need to have an evaluation of kidney, liver, heart, and nutrition status as well as a general examination looking for any cause of venous or lymph obstruction from your lower extremities. HIV generally does not directly cause swelling of the... Read more »

ankle pain neuropathy

I have been dealing with neuropathy in my feet and hands now for 3 years. I have been on neurotin,... Read more »

Response from Gerald Pierone, M.D. »

Ankles and peripheral neuropathy

I am taking Tenofovir, Stocrin, 3tc and Abacavir. I have moderately severe peripheral neuropathy... Read more »

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Peripheral Neuropathy Still Common Among HIV-Infected Patients on HAART; Risk May Increase With Age

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Ask the Doctor: How Can You Prevent HIV-Related Peripheral Neuropathy?

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Posted by Anonymous, 1 Reply

i am experiencing what i think is the beginnings of hiv neuropathy. in the mornings, i can see the blood fill my lower legs and standing becomes uncomfortable. standing anywhere for long periods of times becomes uncomfortable. my legs are weak. ... Read more »

Lipodystrophy and/or Neuropathy?

Posted by Anonymous, 2 Replies

Is it possible to experience lipodystrophy and neuropathy within 2-3 months of HIV exposure, or are these conditions generally symptomatic of long-term HIV status? I have noticed significant swelling under my arm/ beside my right breast. I'm not... Read more »

Lipodystrophy or Neuropathy?

Posted by Anonymous, 1 Reply

Seroconversion and Peripheral Neuropathy

Posted by Anonymous, 5 Replies

This is a question for anyone who is living with HIV or who has recently been diagnosed as HIV positive:

Did any of you experience the numbness/tingling in the feet, legs, hands and arms during your seroconversion?

If so . . . for what period of time... Read more »

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