- Co-infection with hepatitis B and C viruses can rapidly degrade the liver in the setting of HIV infection. Furthermore, both of these hepatitis viruses can ...
- In adults, growth hormone helps to maintain muscle mass and reduce the buildup of fatty tissues. Growth hormone is available by prescription but is very ...
- In this study, HIV-positive participants on stable ART were randomly assigned in a 2 to 1 ratio to receive either tesamorelin (2 mg injected daily) or placebo. ...
- Although the use of complementary therapies is fairly common in Canada, depending on where you live, you may have difficulty finding some of the therapies ...
- Here are 10 questions to guide your investigation into any new therapy, either complementary or conventional.
- When gathering health information, watch for the following red flags. The presence of several red flags suggests that the person providing the information is ...
- When you start any new therapy, whether complementary or conventional, it is wise to keep a journal. A journal allows you to record your experiences so that, in ...
- If you are living with HIV, here are some questions you might want to ask when selecting a complementary therapist.
- Finding the complementary practitioner(s) who is (are) right for you may take some time. Your doctor or nurse may be able to provide a referral, depending on ...
- A Practical Guide to Complementary Therapies for People Living with HIV © 2016, CATIE (Canadian AIDS Treatment Information Exchange). All rights reserved. ...
- This resource will help people newly diagnosed with cirrhosis understand the basics of this serious form of liver damage. It explains the common symptoms of cirrhosis, testing and treatment options,…