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Understanding HIV/AIDS & its health risks

Infectious Disease

Understanding HIV/AIDS & its health risks

Early detection changes everything — don’t delay testing or treatment.

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What is HIV/AIDS?

AIDS is a chronic stage of HIV, a viral infection that damages the immune system and makes it vulnerable to infections or illness
Early testing and antiretroviral therapy (ART) can help people with HIV live long, healthy lives.

Common Symptoms

  • Fever
  • Muscle aches & body pain
  • Weight loss without dietary & exercise changes
  • Swollen lymph nodes
  • Night sweats

When to see a Doctor

  • Have had unprotected sex or shared needles
  • Are pregnant or planning pregnancy
  • Are starting a new relationship
  • Show symptoms of chronic infection
  • Want to begin or continue PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis

Early detection is important for managing the condition and preventing further complications.

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Causes and Risk Factors

  • Caused by the human immunodeficiency virus.
  • Sharing needles or syringes
  • Unprotected sex with an HIV-positive partner
  • From mother to child during pregnancy or breastfeeding
  • Exposure to infected blood or body fluids

Diagnosis and Tests

  • Rapid HIV test (oral swab or blood)
  • CD4 T cell count and viral load monitoring
  • HIV RNA testing
  • ELISA and Western blot test (confirmatory)
  • Testing for related infections (e.g., TB, Hepatitis, STIs)

Treatment Options

  • Antiretroviral therapy medicines
  • Treatment of opportunistic infections (e.g., TB, candidiasis)
  • Regular monitoring of immune function
  • Pre- and post-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP & PEP)
  • Nutritional support and counseling

Doral Health & Wellness Infection Control Department

Doral Health & Wellness Infectious Disease specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of infectious diseases, including bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic infections. Our expert team provides comprehensive care, including advanced diagnostics, personalized treatment plans, and ongoing support to help you recover and thrive.
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