Term
| What is the difference between starvation and AIDS wasting in terms of refeeding (not refeeding syndrome but just general refeeding) |
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Definition
| Refeeding reverses starvation but not AIDS wasting |
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Term
| What is hypogonadism and how does it affect AIDS patients? |
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Definition
| Hypogonadism is testicular failure (in men) and it can be predictive of wasting in HIV patients |
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Term
| What orexiginic agents are used with HIV? |
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Definition
| Megace and dronabinol are commonly used (megace more commonly) |
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Term
| Which supplements can interact with HIV medications? |
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Definition
| Garlic supplements, St. John's Wort |
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Term
| Is testosterone-replacement therapy appropriate for HIV patients? |
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Definition
| Yes, it has been shown to result in lean body mass accrual |
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Term
| Are HGH and thalidomide recommended for HIV patients? |
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Definition
| HGH is, but thalidomide is still considered investigational (and is also a teratogen) |
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Term
| What are the estimated protein needs for HIV patients |
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Definition
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Term
| How can vitamin D deficiency manifest in HIV patients? |
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Definition
| Severe lower extremity weakness |
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