If left untreated, human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) almost always will progress to AIDS, even after many years. The immune defenses become compromised and the body is less able to defend itself ...

However, developing the rash isn’t usually enough to visit a doctor unless you have more concerning symptoms that can indicate a skin infection. Keep reading to learn about the symptoms and ...

Accidental needlestick injuries—as well as any percutaneous (through the skin) injury that can expose a person to tainted blood or body fluids—have long been a concern to both healthcare workers and ...

The rash itself doesn't need treatment. If it’s caused by a virus, the spots should clear up as soon as the infection goes away. If you think your petechiae might have been caused by a minor ...

Am J Health Syst Pharm. 2010;67(3):193-205. Significant pharmacokinetic interactions were observed when etravirine was used in combination with tipranavir-ritonavir, fosamprenavir-ritonavir, and ...

He is the fourth child in the family and his mother is well used to managing viral respiratory tract infections, so she has been giving him paracetamol and plenty to drink. The only reason he has been ...

Most people who have HIV get a rash at some point. It’s a common symptom that can happen in early (acute) or later stages of an HIV infection. Because your body’s immune system is trying to ...

PETALING JAYA: The rise in acute respiratory infections during the year-end and start of the new year period is common. It is, however, being monitored closely by the Health Ministry. This comes ...

PETALING JAYA: The expected rise in year-end acute respiratory infections are being monitored closely by the Health Ministry. This comes in wake of the usual increases in acute respiratory ...