Outpatient Management of HIV Infection: Providing adequate care to HIV patients.

The management of HIV and AIDS has changed dramatically over the past decade. Cases can now be managed adequately as outpatients and family physicians are assuming a greater role. Outpatient management involves regular follow up, including monitoring CD4 and CD8 levels, awareness and recognition of opportunistic infections, and early institution of zidovudine and primary preventive measures, including immunizations.