HIV Wasting Syndrome

Overview

Involuntary weight loss of greater than 10 percent associated with intermittent or constant fever and chronic diarrhea or fatigue for more than 30 days in the absence of a defined cause other than HIV infection. A constant feature is major muscle wasting with scattered myofiber degeneration. A variety of etiologies, which vary among patients, contributes to this syndrome. (From Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 13th ed, p1611).

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Quick facts about HIV Wasting Syndrome

Topic type

Condition

Category

Urology / Fertility

MeSH classification

C01.221.250.875.520|C01.221.812.640.400.520|C01.778.640.400.520|C01.925.782.815.616.400.520|C01.925.813.400.520|C12.100.937.640.400.520|C18.452.915.520|C18.654.940.520|C20.673.480.520

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• Write down your symptoms and when they started.
• Bring details of any medicines, supplements or previous treatments.
• Ask what tests or assessments may be needed.
• Ask what treatment or management options may be suitable.
• Ask when you should seek urgent medical help or follow-up care.

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