What If Cryptococcosis Does Not Show In Spinal Fluid

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HIV treatment and its penetration into brain/spinal fluids

Dear Doc,Currently on Kivexa (Epzicom) and Stocrin following a change from Atripla due to presenting bone/kidneys issues. I have been doing very well on treatment and have nothing to complain about with most labs in the applicable ref ranges and...

Response from Benjamin Young, M.D., Ph.D.

Rocky Mountain CARES

Hello and thanks for posting your important questions.There is a growing awareness of the potential risks of HIV on cognitive function, particularly among older individuals. You're right to be mindful of potential health issues, and memory is... Read more »

csf exposure (CSF EXPOSURE, occupational exposure to cerebral spinal fluid)

while helping an intern during an LP on an HIV+ pt, csf leaked onto my scrubs. i didnt think much... Read more »

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cryptococcosis neoformans microscopic slide photo or drawing

Hello,I am a middle school student currently working on a report dealing with Cryptococcosis... Read more »

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body fluid touched the skin without intercourse

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can anyone tell me that if body fluid has touched the skin without intercoursing can person be effected with hiv Read more »

Can i get HIV if i lick a vaginal fluid on-----

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Hi can i get hiv if i lick a fresh vaginal fluid on her underwear Read more »

HIV Rapid Oral Fluid Test Accuracy.

Posted by Baily, 1 Reply

Does anyone know about HIV rapid oral fluid test's accuracy. I have been reading mixed reviews that the rapid oral test has a history of false negitives and does not preform as what the manufactor claims >99%.

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Infectious fluids

Posted by Anonymous, 2 Replies

#1 Blood
#2 Semen
#3 Saliva
#4 Sweat

Its all documented go find it for yourselves.

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