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HIV

HIV-Related Complications

04/23/2011

Gregory W. Rutecki, MD

The treatment of human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1) infection is usually directed by subspecialists.

04/23/2011

HIV Management Snapshot

Reviewed by Daniel Erias, MD & Jeffrey Kwong, DNP, MPH

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HIV is an infection caused by an enveloped retrovirus that weakens the immune system by reducing WBCs' ability to fight infections, bacterial infections, and certain cancers. Left untreated, HIV advances to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome.

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Primary care providers, infectious disease specialists, OB/GYN, pharmacists, dietitians, nutritionists, dentists, emergency, family, and internal medicine specialists.

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Those with HIV may experience flu-like symptoms, including: Fever, sore throat, swollen lymph nodes, rash, muscle aches, night sweats, mouth ulcers, chills, and fatigue. However, some with an acute infection may not experience symptoms.

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Despite high accuracy of diagnostic tests, there are no available options for detection immediately following infection. The type of test determines how quickly HIV is detected. Available tests: antibody, antigen/antibody, nucleic acid.

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75% of infectious disease specialists act as primary care for patients with HIV.

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New HIV Diagnoses By Age, 2020

Age 13-24: 20%
Age 25-34: 37%
Age 35-44: 20%
Age 45-54: 13%
Age 55 & older: 10%

Research Summaries

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Is Increased Coronary Inflammation Driving Higher Cardiovascular Risk in People With HIV?

10/24/2024

Miranda Manier, BA

In a study that assessed pericoronary adipose tissue (PCAT) density, researchers noted an association between higher PCAT density and greater coronary plaque burden and cardiovascular disease in people with...

10/24/2024

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Can Remotely Delivered Interventions Increase Viral Suppression and Improve Quality of Life for Rural Adults Over 50 Living With HIV?

10/18/2024

Miranda Manier, BA

Researchers tested the impact of four different remotely delivered interventions and observed promising effects on several key health outcomes in patients over the age of 50 living with HIV.

10/18/2024

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Can a Nurse-Led Intervention Strategy Improve Blood Pressure and Cholesterol Levels for People With HIV?

10/15/2024

Miranda Manier, BA

A randomized clinical trial found that a nurse-led intervention strategy could improve systolic blood pressure and non-high-density lipoprotein cholesterol in patients with HIV, reducing their risk of...

10/15/2024

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Can Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Improve Quality of Life for Patients With HIV?

09/30/2024

Miranda Manier, BA

Researchers conducted a randomized trial to evaluate the impact of mindfulness-based stress reduction on depression and quality of life in older adults living with HIV and cognitive impairment.

09/30/2024

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Behavioral Pain Self-Management Intervention Shows Promise for Chronic Pain in People With HIV

09/25/2024

Miranda Manier, BA

In a randomized clinical trial, researchers tested the efficacy of Skills to Manage Pain (STOMP), a behavioral intervention designed for people with HIV experiencing chronic pain. The study demonstrated...

09/25/2024

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