How to Treat AIDS

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HIV, or the Human Immunodeficiency Virus, is a serious infection that does not have a cure. According to the World Health Organization, the virus systematically weakens the immune system by destroying T and CD4 cells, which allows opportunistic infections to cause serious health consequences. The virus manifests into full blown AIDS once specific complications such as tuberculosis are diagnosed according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Treating AIDS requires routine supervision by a medical doctor, preferably an infectious disease specialist. Your doctor may place you on a treatment plan that includes an antiretroviral therapy regimen. The National Institutes of Health says to stick to the medication schedule and obtain routine monitoring of your CD4 counts every 3 to 6 months. This monitoring is needed to ensure the effectiveness of your drug combination.

Make an active contribution to staying well by focusing on a healthy lifestyle. Base your diet on fresh vegetables, fruits, lean proteins and whole grains. The Mayo Clinic suggests eating good foods as a method of supporting your immune system and providing a higher level of energy. The Mayo Clinic also advises to avoid eating unpasteurized dairy items, raw foods or eggs and insure all meats are cooked until there are no traces of pink.

In addition to healthy food selections, the Mayo Clinic suggests incorporating an exercise regimen and making your living space as germ and virus-free as possible. Consider getting rid of any cats or reptiles you have as pets. These animals can cause infections such as salmonella or toxoplasmosis, which can be detrimental to HIV-positive or AIDS patients according to the Mayo Clinic.

The Mayo Clinic also suggests some dietary supplements that may be helpful. Coenzyme Q10 may help increase the number of CD4 cells in your system. Whey protein may help minimize diarrhea, increase CD4 counts and may help you gain weight. Fish oil supplements may help lower cholesterol counts increased due to some anti-AIDS drugs.

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