Category: HIV/AIDS
HIV and Alcohol
Alcohol and HIV. Once an individual is diagnosed with HIV (human immunodeficiency virus), they become at risk of developing different health complications. If the infection is not administered with the appropriate medication, add to that the abuse of alcohol, HIV treatment becomes a difficult undertaking. Drinking alcohol occasionally is definitely acceptable. However, abusing the said …
Pre-Cum and HIV
What is Pre-ejaculate (Pre-cum)? Pre-Cum and HIV. Pre-ejaculate is the clear fluid that the man’s penis secretes after arousal before ejaculation. Colloquially termed pre-cum, the said fluid is produced by two pea-sized glands known as Cowper’s glands. These glands are located below the prostate, from which the secretion of pre-cum is carried out by the …
HIV and Hair Loss
How is hair loss associated with HIV? One of the most common adverse reactions of HIV treatment is hair loss. This is especially true with medications, such as Atripla, Crixivan, and AZT. While this idea explains the thinning and other hair problems involving people with HIV, it is still a part of the aging process. …
HIV and Thromboembolic Disease
The thromboembolic disease occurs when a blood clot, or a thrombus, forms in a blood vessel and travels through the bloodstream. The blood clot can then plug other vessels that lead to important organs such as the lungs, kidneys, gastrointestinal tract, legs and brain. Since HIV patients have started living longer, doctors have discovered a …
HIV and Hypertension
Hypertension, or high blood pressure, can lead to a number of health problems including cardiac failure, ischaemic heart disease and renal failure. There are two types of blood pressure: systolic blood pressure, which is displayed as the “top number” in assessment tools, refers to the amount of pressure in the arteries when the heart contracts; …
Evotaz (Atazanavir/Cobicistat) Uses, Side Effects and Dosage
What is Evotaz (Atazanavir/Cobicistat)? Evotaz is a medication used in the treatment of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), the virus responsible for the development of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) in the human body. Evotaz is a combination medication containing two active ingredients, atazanavir (trade named Reyataz) and cobicistat (trade named Tybost). Atazanavir is a protease inhibitor (PI) antiretroviral …
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HIV and Dyslipidemia
What is Dyslipidemia? Dyslipidemia is defined as an abnormal concentration of lipids, such as cholesterol and triglycerides, in the blood. Dyslipidemia disproportionately affects people living with HIV, and it is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Fortunately, dyslipidemia can be reversed through lifestyle modifications and medication adjustments. Causes of Dyslipidemia in Patients Living …
Triumeq Vs. Truvada
Triumeq Vs. Truvada are both FDA-approved for the treatment of HIV-infection in adults and adolescents 12 years of age and older. But unlike Triumeq, Truvada can’t be used on its own because the drugs it contains are inadequate for a successful HIV suppression. However, it can be used as preventative treatment or PrEP for people who …
Living with HIV from Birth
Living with HIV or Being diagnosed with HIV . Besides the lifestyle changes such as taking daily antiretroviral drugs, the emotional and mental burden of this condition can be very exhausting. The new-born or infants who have inherited the condition from their HIV-positive mothers are also subjected to the social and physical impact of HIV …
Can Dogs Get HIV/AIDS?
Individuals who have been diagnosed with HIV require immediate medical therapy. The availability of antiretroviral drugs paved the way for better treatment and allowed infected individuals to live longer and enjoy a quality life. However, besides having this form of treatment, it is still a responsibility for an HIV-positive person to prevent the infection from spreading and …
