Novel Case Suggests Alzheimer’s Possible in HIV+ Patients
Until now, it was thought that HIV-related inflammation protected the brain from amyloid deposition.
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Antidepressant May Improve HIV-Associated Neurocognitive Disorder
Paroxetine use improved cognitive impairment and reduced inflammation in HIV patients.
Combination HIV Antiretroviral Treatment Could Reduce Medication Frequency
The URMC-099 compound combined with antiretroviral therapy significantly reduced HIV levels.
Antineoplastic Agents May Obscure Fungal Meningitis
CSF cultures were negative despite worsening meningitis infection.
Ancient Viral Genes May Activate in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
Researchers are now testing whether antiretroviral drugs used to treat HIV/AIDS are effective in ALS patients.
Genetics May Determine Success of HIV Vaccines
The findings may have implications for the development of future vaccines.
New HIV Antibody May Suppress Virus, Early Results Suggest
The new treatment would need to be combined with other HIV drugs or antibodies.
HIV Replicates, Mutates in the Brain Soon After Infection
The brain can harbor active HIV even after seemingly successful antiretroviral treatment.
Coping Strategies Vary in Patients with HIV and Chronic Pain
Some coping strategies like substance abuse may have negative affects on overall health.
Neurological Complications of HIV: World AIDS Day 2014
More than 50% of people with AIDS in the United States also suffer from neurological complications.
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