AIDS, also known as acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), is a systemic disease caused by infection with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). HIV is a retrovirus that mainly attacks the body's immune system, causing the body to gradually lose immunity, and eventually causing various diseases and even death. AIDS seriously affects the quality of life and survival period of patients, so it is particularly important to make timely and effective diagnosis and survival of AIDS. Understanding AIDS Correctly During the AIDS diagnosis process, doctors usually perform a series of tests to ensure an accurate diagnosis and evaluation of the condition. These inspection items mainly include:1HIV antibody test: HIV infection is determined by testing for HIV antibodies in the blood. This method has high sensitivity and specificity, and is one of the commonly used methods for the diagnosis of AIDS. 2.Routine blood tests: Routine blood tests can reflect the overall health of the patient and help doctors determine whether there is anemia or low white blood cell count. These symptoms may be related to HIV infection, so routine blood tests are important for evaluation.
3.Immunological testing: Detect the severity of the disease by measuring the number and ratio of T cell subsets. HIV mainly attacks T cells, so the detection of T cell subsets is of great significance for disease assessment and effect monitoring.
4.Quantitative detection of HIV virus: including cytomegalovirus antibody, nucleic acid detection, alveolar lavage detection and cerebrospinal fluid testing, etc., can determine the specific type of viral infection of the patient, whether there is Pneumocystis pneumonia and cryptococcal infection. This information can help doctors develop more precise** protocols.
During the course of HIV**, patients must take their medications on time and in the right amount. Missing a dose or stopping a medication may lead to a gradual worsening of the condition and even the development of drug resistance. Therefore, it is important for patients to follow the doctor's advice** and visit the hospital regularly for follow-ups. By keeping abreast of the recovery of the condition and the effect of the disease, the patient can better adjust the plan and improve the effect and quality of life.