One of the greatest advances in modern medicine has been the development of HAART for the treatment of HIV. HAART decreases HIV-associated morbidity and mortality for patients with regular access to these medications, but it does not appear to completely restore their health for reasons that currently are unclear. As a result, there has been […]
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I am convinced that our mitochondria are affected even after years off Zerit, DDI or AZT. Mitochondrial dysfunction has been widely reported with D drugs (D4T, DDI) and AZT and has been linked to lipoatrophy and metabolic problems. But I think what we ignore is the permanent effects on the mitochondria even after years of stopping those drugs. Although mitochondria DNA in fat and muscle
As part of my work as a cure and salvage treatment activist, I am constantly searching for treatment options that could serve two purposes: existing medications that could help patients with multidrug resistance and at the same time be used as an approach to cure HIV. Since my non profit (Program for Wellness Restoration) has
Gilead has priced its STRIBILD at $28,500 / year. The other two single tablet HIV regimens, Complera and Atripla cost $26, 350 /year and $24,971.64/year, respectively. A regimen of twice a day raltegravir (Isentress) plus once a day Truvada costs $30,753 /year. Boosted Reyataz plus Truvada costs $34,390/year and boosted Prezista plus Truvada is
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By Lily McCann Smart drugs, also known as neuro enhancers, memory enhancers, intelligence enhancers, cognitive enhancers and nootropics, are drugs and supplements that improve functions of the brain, including attention, memory, concentration and intelligence. These mental function enhancers are believed to work by improving the brain’s oxygen supply, stimulating the growth of nerves in the
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CPK is creatine phosphokinase, an enzyme found mainly in the heart, brain, and skeletal muscle. It is tested by taking a blood sample. High CPK can indicate muscle destruction, heart attacks, central nervous sysmtem issues, and others. Long term exposure of high CPK can load up your kidneys, and may cause muscle loss and weakness.
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With over 330 scientific references, this book provides a comprehensive guide to the medical use of anabolic steroids, growth hormone, supplementation, optimal nutrition, and exercise to prevent and treat the loss of lean body mass and body alterations experienced by people with HIV. Keep in mind this book was written 12 years ago, although I
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Finding out that one is HIV positive is an overwhelming and scary experience. Unless you know empowered HIV-positive people who can help you navigate the next steps to gain control of HIV, searching for information on the Internet and at support groups can be a daunting experience. And most HIV primary care clinics are so
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Distribution of the HIV reservoir in patients spontaneously controlling HIV infection after treatment interruption Presented by Charline Bacchus (France). C. Bacchus1, L. Hocqueloux2, V. Avettand-Fenoël3, A. Saez-Cirion4, A. Mélard3, B. Descours5, A. Samri1, C. Blanc6, B. Autran1, C. Rouzioux3, VISCONTI and ALT ANRS study groups 1Cellular and Tissular Immunology Laboratory, Pierre and Marie Curie University,
They are still taking HIV medications, so we won’t know until after they interrupt their HIV treatment… Two More Patients HIV-Free After Bone Marrow Transplants https://abcnews.go.com/blogs/health/2012/07/26/two-more-patients-hiv-free-after-bone-marrow-transplants/ Two more men with HIV now virus-free. Is this a cure? https://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/48338421/ns/health-mens_health/t/two-more-men-hiv-now-virus-free-cure/#.UBG2nI6TNUR HIV Undetectable in 2 Men After Bone Marrow Transplants: Study https://health.usnews.com/health-news/news/articles/2012/07/26/hiv-undetectable-in-2-men-after-bone-marrow-transplants-study 2 HIV patients in Boston show
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Pharmacokinetics, Safety and Tolerability of the HIV Integrase Inhibitor S/GSK1265744 Long Acting Parenteral Nanosuspension Following Single Dose Administration to Healthy Adults Presented at the International AIDS Conference in Washington this week Discussion — S/GSK1265744 long acting parenteral administration prolonged plasma levels (apparent t1/2of 2150days; Figure 4) compared with oral administration (oral
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Highly recommend recently published report by the AIDS Policy Project about what we need to do to advance HIV cure research For the Win
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