Can Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) be Cured?
No
Currently no cure; lifelong management with antiretroviral medications
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What is Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS)?
Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) is the advanced stage of HIV infection. Treatment involves antiretroviral medications. Regular monitoring is essential for assessing immune function, managing symptoms, and preventing complications.
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Clinical Aspects
Characteristics
Advanced stage of HIV infection, leading to severe immune system damage and susceptibility to infections
Symptoms
Persistent, recurrent infections; weight loss; fatigue; night sweats; opportunistic infections (e.g., pneumonia)
Diagnosis
HIV testing, CD4 count, viral load
Prognosis
Improved with antiretroviral therapy; can progress to AIDS
Complications
Opportunistic infections, cancers, organ damage
Etiology and Treatment
Causes
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) transmission through unprotected sex, sharing needles, mother-to-child transmission during childbirth or breastfeeding
Treatments
Antiretroviral therapy (ART) to control HIV, management of opportunistic infections; no cure, but treatment can control the virus and slow disease progression
Prevention
Antiretroviral therapy (ART) to control HIV, management of opportunistic infections; no cure, but treatment can control the virus and slow disease progression
Public Health and Patient Perspectives
Epidemiology
Global impact; transmitted through unprotected sex, blood, and from mother to child during childbirth
Patient Perspectives
Lifelong management with antiretroviral therapy is essential
For personalized advice and care, always seek the assistance of healthcare professionals. This information is meant for general understanding and not as a replacement for professional medical advice.
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