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GlossaryHIV Infection

virus attacks and weakens the immune system by targeting CD4 cells

HIV Infection, caused by the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), is a condition where the virus attacks and weakens the body's immune system by targeting CD4 cells (a type of white blood cell). Over time, this can lead to Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS), making the body more susceptible to infections and certain cancers.

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Skin Diseases and Sexually Transmitted Infections Among Patients With HIV/AIDS at the City Institute for Skin and Venereal Diseases in Belgrade: A Case Series of 38 Patients

research Skin Diseases and Sexually Transmitted Infections Among Patients With HIV/AIDS at the City Institute for Skin and Venereal Diseases in Belgrade: A Case Series of 38 Patients

2 citations, September 2013 in “Serbian Journal of Dermatology and Venereology”

HIV-positive patients, especially men who have sex with men, had a high rate of skin diseases and sexually transmitted infections.

research HIV Infection Mimicking Autoimmune Disorder

1 citations, August 2007 in “Indian Journal of Pediatrics”

A girl with symptoms like an autoimmune disorder actually had HIV and a fungal infection, which was hard to diagnose and treat, leading to her death.

research Hair and Nail Manifestations of HIV Infection

October 2012 in “CRC Press eBooks”

HIV can cause hair loss and changes in nails, which may indicate disease progression.

research Cutaneous Manifestations of HIV Infection Other Than Kaposi's Sarcoma: Clinical and Histologic Aspects

54 citations, June 1990 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

HIV can cause various severe or unusual skin conditions that help indicate the presence and stage of the disease.

research Clinical and Histopathologic Features of Hair Loss in Patients with HIV-1 Infection

46 citations, January 1996 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

People with late-stage HIV-1 often experience a specific type of hair loss linked to multiple factors, including nutritional issues and immune responses.

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community Calling out diffuse thinners here -- Have you ruled out other factors?

in Treatment 54 upvotes 2 months ago

Diffuse hair loss is often linked to genetics but can also be due to health issues like thyroid problems and low vitamin or iron levels. Treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, and dutasteride, with some seeing improvements after addressing health issues.

community CRISPR Is Curing People Right Now. Genetic Hair Loss is Next?

in Technology 107 upvotes 2 months ago

CRISPR shows promise for treating hair loss by targeting specific genes. Current treatments include Minoxidil and finasteride, but CRISPR could offer a more precise solution, though it is still expensive and in early stages.

community I would like to know Barcelona keeper Ter Stegen’s hair growth regimen

in Is this regrowth? 399 upvotes 1 year ago

Barcelona goalkeeper Ter Stegen's hair growth regimen, which is believed to include a transplant and other treatments such as finasteride, minoxidil, PRP injections, DUT injections, and possibly stem cells.

community So we have 20k dollars human like machines available but no new effective treatment for hairloss since finasteride :)

in Chat 237 upvotes 2 months ago

There have been no new effective hair loss treatments since finasteride, despite technological advancements. Current treatments include finasteride, minoxidil, and RU58841, with ongoing challenges and potential future solutions in research.

community Nandrolone Replacement Therapy

in Treatment 41 upvotes 1 year ago

A user discusses starting nandrolone replacement therapy to stop hair loss and improve hair health, noting its benefits over finasteride. They report halted hair loss, improved skin, increased muscle, and a calm mood after three weeks.

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