What Is The Chemical Structure Of HIV Medication

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Why has personal behavior structure not been discussed as to HIV infection?

Although I have 2 major medical conditions I activley participate in behavior to maximize the quality of my life and that it has involved behavioral change.What good does it do to continue the same behavioral structure which causes HIV infection...

Response from Ewald Horwath, M.D.

University of Miami School of Medicine

I agree that responsible sexual behavior is extremely important. Your point is well taken.... Read more »

How can I bring back my good structure?

I am a 38 year old and I have been on HIV drugs (Nevirapine, Stavudine & Lamuvidine)for... Read more »

Response from Keith Henry, M.D. »

HIV/AIDS, co-diagnosis Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, antivirals, toxic chemical exposure.

I am a Registered Nurse working in Australia in health promotion, education, information and... Read more »

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Chinese Scientists Begin Human Trial of Chemical Compound to Treat HIV, Hepatitis B

Scientists in China have begun human trials of a chemical compound designed to treat HIV/AIDS and hepatitis B, China Daily reports. The compound, 1,5-DCQA, is extracted from a Chinese herb called Inula britannic , and initial research indicates... Read more »

Counseling Chemically Dependent People with HIV Illness

Introduction By October, 1993, more than 80,000 heterosexual intravenous drug users had been diagnosedwith AIDS in the United States. This group represents 24% of the nation's AIDS caseload. Sixpercent of the gay and bisexual men reported a history... Read more »

Eliminate the Leadership Deficit on HIV/AIDS

With Capitol Hill's stark ideological differences on full display this month, some AIDS advocates are doubtful federal leaders will address the structural injustices driving the HIV epidemic in America. "The nation's deficit is not just seen in red... Read more »

Nukes? Or No Nukes?

While specific drugs have fallen in and out of favor, the basic structure of anti-HIV therapy -- called HAART -- has changed very little since the late 1990s. Almost all regimens include one highly potent drug -- either a boosted protease inhibitor... Read more »

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HIV+ & Chemical Dependancy Treatment in MN

Posted by Carrie, 2 Replies

Hey there all. I have a question and am looking for some resources. I'm not looking to get scolded, judged or ridiculed.

As many of you know, my boyfriend is poz and I am neg. He and I are having some problems right now and are looking for help.... Read more »

Medication affecting HIV test

Posted by Anonymous, 1 Reply

Where can I find out information about medication affecting results of HIV test? I was on antifungal when I took my test & worried about false negative.

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Medical Text on HIV

Posted by Anonymous, 2 Replies

I was reading at the medical school's bookstore the textbook they use on HIV infection. In the chapter on the window period, they said it is basically reduced to 5 weeks. They said that an Elisa test @ 6 weeks is most likely to be positive.

Now, we... Read more »

Director of HIV Medical Services Phila.

Posted by Anonymous

Esperanza Health Center
Director of HIV Services

We are currently recruiting an HIV Specialist Board Certified in Internal Medicine or Family practice to provide care and leadership to a Ryan White funded HIV program.
Philadelphia , Pennsylvania

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