BACKGROUND: HIV-infected individuals are living long, healthy lives. They are now concerned with less life-threatening problems, especially lipodystrophy. OBJECTIVE: To review the current state of our knowledge about lipodystrophy in HIV-infected individuals. METHODS: The literature was reviewed and analyzed for relevant information. In addition, our clinical experience of managing such individuals was utilized. RESULTS: Lipodystrophy and facial lipoatrophy and their relationship to HIV-infection are discussed. Their differences are noted. The spectrum of appearance in individuals with facial lipoatrophy is described and a severity scale suggested which should be of value in assessing the results of treatment. CONCLUSION: Lipodystrophy and lipoatrophy are intimately related to infection with HIV. In consequence, facial lipoatrophy is a major stigma for HIV-infected individuals and can have dramatic effects on their self-esteem and socialization. Effective treatment is essential.
BACKGROUND:HIV-infected individuals are living long, healthy lives. They are now concerned with less life-threatening problems, especially lipodystrophy. OBJECTIVE: To review the current state of our knowledge about lipodystrophy in HIV-infected individuals. METHODS: The literature was reviewed and analyzed for relevant information. In addition, our clinical experience of managing such individuals was utilized. RESULTS:Lipodystrophy and facial lipoatrophy and their relationship to HIV-infection are discussed. Their differences are noted. The spectrum of appearance in individuals with facial lipoatrophy is described and a severity scale suggested which should be of value in assessing the results of treatment. CONCLUSION: Lipodystrophy and lipoatrophy are intimately related to infection with HIV. In consequence, facial lipoatrophy is a major stigma for HIV-infected individuals and can have dramatic effects on their self-esteem and socialization. Effective treatment is essential.
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