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Does HIV Life Expectancy ImproveToday, there is a number of drugs that can fight the human immunodeficiency virus, and they have even been combined into a separate class of medications. Now we use the term “[highly active antiretroviral therapy](https://www.cancer.gov/publications/dictionaries/cancer-terms/def/highly-active-antiretroviral-therapy),” which means that it effectively combats HIV. When HIV multiplies, it goes through seven main stages of its life cycle, from entering the blood and attaching to a healthy cell to killing this cell and splitting into lots of new copies of the virus. Most of them are mutated: they are slightly different from their “parent”. If only one ARV drug is used, it’s easier for the virus to survive; two drugs cannot also stop it. Nevertheless, if you use three drugs, especially if they attack HIV at different stages of its life cycle, it will not be able to replicate. Medications do not kill the virus but [block its development](https://medlineplus.gov/hivaidsmedicines.html). ARV drugs are divided into several types, and each deals with a certain enzyme. The first class is nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors. They block the stage 3 of the development of the virus when the genetic material of HIV is transformed from RNA to DNA. This class includes such drugs: - AZT (ZDV, Zidovudine, Retrovir); - 3TC (Lamivudine, Epivir); - abacavir (Ziagen); - tenofovir (Viread); - emtricitabine (FTC, Emtriva). The second class blocks the same stage of development but has a slightly different mechanism of action. Such drugs are called non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors, and here are the examples: - nevirapine (NVP, Viramune); - efavirenz (EFV, Sustiva); - delavirdine (DLV, Rescriptor). Another type of antiretroviral drugs inhibits the last stage, when the material for creating new HIV cells is split into parts with the help of protease enzyme: - ritonavir (RTV, Norvir); - nelfinavir (NFV, Viracept); - darunavir (TMC114, Prezista); - amprenavir (APV, Ageneras); - lopinavir (LPV, Kaletra). There are also fusion inhibitors such as enfuvirtide, which does not let HIV attach to a cell, and integrase inhibitors such as dolutegravir (DTG, Tivicay). The latter stops the stage 4 of the HIV life cycle, when it integrates its genetic material into our DNA.Many modern tablets contain several active ingredients. Among them, proven “doctors” are the following: - Combivir (a combination of AZT and 3TC); - Trizivir (a combination of AZT / 3TC / abacavir); - Truvada (tenofovir + emtricitabine); - Kivexa (a 3TC / abacavir combination); - Kaletra, which includes lopinavir and ritonavir; - Atripla (a combination of efavirenz, emtricitabine and TDF). The creation of new drugs continues in all types. In addition, researchers are trying to develop new medications that would block the virus at other stages of its lifecycle. As for the functions of antiretroviral therapy, it has four main goals: - virological — The main task is to stop the reproduction of the virus in the body. An indicator of virological effectiveness is the reduction in viral load to an undetectable level; immunological — the restoration of the immune system. When the viral load decreases, the body gets the opportunity to gradually restore immunity; - clinical — to increase the duration and quality of life of HIV-positive people. In most cases, taking therapy prevents the development of AIDS, and, therefore, prevents opportunistic diseases that could worsen their life and even lead to death; - anti-epidemic — which means "treatment as prevention”; people with the undetectable viral load simply do not infect others. Scientists have found one more use for ARV drugs — pre-exposure prophylaxis. You can use it to eliminate the risk to get infected. However, [PrEP is dangerous for HIV-positive](https://hivprep.org/can-you-take-prep-if-you-have-hiv/) patients since these drugs do not help when used incorrectly, and the virus can develop a tolerance to them. Therefore, such prevention should be used exclusively for the intended purpose and only by HIV-negative people. So, does ART or does it not help people with HIV prolong their lives? Yes, it does. Taking these meds, you cannot get rid of the virus itself, but you do not let it reproduce itself and kill your immune cells. Thanks to new drugs, the life expectancy of HIV-positive people is really increasing. In the 1990s, an average young man infected in his twenties would not live longer than 40 years. In the early 2010s, he could become a grandpa, living up to 70 years old. Nowadays, if someone gets tested for HIV soon enough after contagion and starts taking pills, they live as long as a healthy person.Don’t Forget About Other FactorsDo not forget that the positive effect of antiretroviral therapy on life expectancy can be either enhanced by favorable factors or decreased due to the influence of negative ones. The latter are divided into two types: those that we can influence and those that are statistical and inevitable. The brightest example of the first group is drug, alcohol, or cigarette addiction. If you want to live better and longer, simply get rid of these habits. The example of the type 2 factors is the fact that HIV-infected people from poor societies with low living and healthcare standards live almost 9 years less than white Americans. Your initial [CD4 count](https://www.hiv.va.gov/patient/diagnosis/labs-CD4-count.asp) also plays a great role, and that is why I always say that everyone should be tested for HIV every six months. If you detect the virus at the very beginning, you’ll live much longer. In addition to external factors, factors that are directly caused by HIV are distinguished. For example, if you have a weak cardiovascular system, HIV can cause heart diseases, which significantly shortens life. Oddly enough, a large percentage of HIV-positives suffer from diseases that are not directly HIV-related.What Are Long-Term Perspectives of HIV Treatment?Medical scientists do not stop working and look for new ways to overcome the virus. What are the perspectives for treating HIV in the world? I see three main goals: - developments aimed at the complete cure of HIV-infected people, as was with hepatitis C; - development of supportive drugs that act on the infection by different mechanisms at different stages. Particular attention is paid to the development of special combinations of meds that have minimal side effects and make it possible to control the virus; - prevention of HIV infection for healthy people who belong to the “risk group”: gay men, sex workers or those who lead a promiscuous life, people who inject drugs, etc. Special efforts are being made to stop the transmission of the virus from HIV-positive women to babies. Progress is underway, but there are still damages from the virus and drugs. Antiretroviral treatment has a number of side effects: - diarrhea; - anemia; - headache; - liver and kidney problems; - lactic acidosis; - ailments of the central nervous system. Getting rid of these side effects is also under development.Few Last ThoughtsIf you encounter this virus and are fortunate enough to detect HIV in the early stages, then proceed to antiretroviral therapy. Preparations will help facilitate and prolong your life for decades. Although it is now 2019, the 21st century of technology, even this therapy can have some drawbacks. But the process is on, progress is visible. And we hope that in the near future, the world will be able not only to get rid of side effects but also to eradicate this disease forever.Originally posted: https://steemit.com/health/@loganmorris/how-long-can-you-live-with-hiv
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मिठाई की मांग बच्चे हमेशा करते हैं, लेकिन परिष्कृत चीनी और वसा से बनी मिठाइयाँ खाना सेहत के लिए अच्छा नहीं है। वीगन होने के नाते मैं हमेशा अलग-अलग प्रकार की वीगन मिठाई बनाने की कोशिश करता हूं। इस बार मैंने ओट्स एनर्जी बॉल्स(ओट्स के लड्डू) बनायें हैं। यह लड्डू किसी भी परिष्कृत चीनी और अस्वास्थ्यकर वसा से मुक्त हैं। साथ ही यह ग्लूटिन फ्री भी है। यह न केवल बहुत स्वादिष्ट और सेहतमंद है, बल्कि तैयार करने में भी बहुत आसान है। मिठाई (लड्डू) बनाने की विधिसामग्रीओट्स(जई) 1 कप बनाने का तरीकाओट्स को थोड़ी देर के लिए पैन में भूनें और उसका आटा बना लें। इन स्वादिष्ट एवं पौष्टिक लड्डुओं का आनंद कभी भी कहीं भी लें। यह 10-15 दिन तक भी खराब नहीं होते हैं। घर बैठे खाना(ONLINE FOOD DELIVERY) : कितना मज़ा और कितनी सजा? From my English blog - Oats Energy Balls: Healthy Vegan Recipe Posted from my blog with SteemPress : https://hamarasansar.com/life/vegan/a-healthy-and-delicious-dessert/ Originally posted: https://steemit.com/steempress/@chetanpadliya/pn28z8in5l
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### We do not think enough about buying dates, yet they are excellent for health. I have selected 10 benefits of this magical fruit. Dates are found in date palms. In North Africa and the Middle East they are used in many dishes, dry or fresh. In Europe, they are eaten rather dry. But we should eat more often because these fruits are very rich in vitamins, fiber and antioxidants. ____________________________________________________________________ ********************************************************************************************************* Originally posted: https://steemit.com/life/@redouanemez/the-10-health-benefits-of-dates
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Pheeewwwww!! It's been three weeks already since my last post! OMG! Time flies tooooooo fast! Unfortunately I didnt have time to read your stories and your blog writings :( and I'm sure I missed a lot of good information. Plus, I had some problems with my phone and now I need to reinstall an app for steemit. What is the best app for this? What do you use? In Romania we're still having good weather. The temperature didnt dropped under 18 degrees in the day! And in the last days we had 23-24 degrees. Thats huge! When I was a child, at this time it was cold and rainy and I remember coming home from school and being frustrated about walking through the rain and COLD. Now all changed! What's all about? The whole world's climate is changing and this is not new, as you already knew. That's why, I took advantage on the weather and every time I could, I would go and pick some alfalfa greens and make myself a juice. Alfalfa it's a very healthy juice and a strong one. It has some side effects too, I will write them down below but overall it is a super healthy drink. Funny thing, when my grandpa lived, he had alfalfa in a corner in his garden and every time I would go and pick some, he made a joke saying 'you know I planted this for the pigs right'? =) cause romanian people cultivate this plant as food for pigs mostly! https://i.imgur.com/NhuV73s.jpg https://i.imgur.com/LtmBx2j.jpg This field of alfalfa greens is 2 minutes from my home, basically its near the end of my land. Cause I live at country side, thanks God! I'm not joking, I love being here. I lived in the city which is 15 min from my place but it's not even questonable. Living in the city has some advantages, I wont deny that but thousands time I preffer living here. Plus, I drive 10 min and I'm there again. Easy peasy. The field of alfalfa is not mine, but my neighbourgh's. He told me I can pick them to make juice as much as I want so this is exactly what I do! hihi Romanian people are good neighbourgs! https://i.imgur.com/OCurIx3.jpg Alfalfa is similar with wheatgrass, maybe this is more familiar for some of you. @trucklife-family has a post about how she sprouts and juices wheatgrass so if you're interested, go take a look here . Overview Information of AlfalfaAlfalfa (also known as LUCERNE) is an herb. People use the leaves, sprouts, and seeds to make medicine. Alfalfa is used for kidney conditions, bladder and prostate conditions, and to increase urine flow. It is also used for high cholesterol, asthma, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes, upset stomach, and a bleeding disorder called thrombocytopenic purpura. It was long prized for its superior content of vitamins, minerals and protein, compared to other feed sources People also take alfalfa as a source of vitamins A, C, E, and K4; and minerals calcium, potassium, phosphorous, and iron. Alfalfa also has a high content of bioactive plant compounds. They include saponins, coumarins, flavonoids, phytosterols, phytoestrogens and alkaloids Uses & Effectiveness
Alfalfa has many potential health benefits, but only a few have been scientifically evaluated. It may benefit metabolic health, menopause symptoms and have antioxidant effects, but human studies are needed. https://i.imgur.com/uE1yYN0.jpg Side FffectsAlfalfa leaves are possibly safe for most adults. However, taking alfalfa seeds long-term is likely unsafe. Alfalfa seed products may cause reactions that are similar to the autoimmune disease called lupus erythematosus. Alfalfa might also cause some people's skin to become extra sensitive to the sun. Special Precautions & Warnings:
For more Information on Alfalfa (including how to sprout alfalfa seeds), please see these two sources Source 1 and Source 2 . https://i.imgur.com/sbPmTDE.jpg How I juice ALfalfa Greens?There are 2 ways. The short one or the long one! The long one is using a juicer. You know what's coming, right??! All that washing on small parts of the juicer is getting me crazy! + its keeping me busy :p The short one is using a blender and then strain the mixture! So, when I dont have time I put all the ingredients I want in the blender, chop 'em roughly and then strain it to get all the vitamins! That's exactly what I did last time when I juiced Alfalfa! See here the recipe and instructions photos. https://i.imgur.com/Gjk8L09.jpg INGREDIENTS
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Memory is really important but gets to fade in some persons whether they are aware of it or not. Old people are the most affected as people do say but even some young people are suffering from the same. It will just start as a small thing and then gradually, it turns into something big and most people still don't get to take it important. There are some memories that we should be able to keep well and nurture until life's time. https://cdn.pixabay.com/photo/2012/03/01/15/43/brain-20424_960_720.jpg The two main reasons for this partial memory loss that I get to notice are the environmental factors and the kind of food we are eating these days. You may not agree with me but it's the truth. Everything around us is all chemical; the food and the air we inhale. Majority of farm products are being grown with chemicals in one way or the other and all those factories producing our needs don't just come but for a price, engines ( be it in a car or any other thing) are not to be left behind. There is nothing we can do about the air pollution we have and we can try to use and eat more organic food. We just have to take care of ourselves by eating the right food, balanced exercise, and regular check-ups to know if there is any health issue to deal with. There are some supplements that can help boost our health including that of the brain. These are just my thoughts and not medical advice or seen somewhere but I believe this should help us in having a healthy life. Also, don't forget to erase bad memories that are like toxins to your health as it can damage the whole health. Stay healthy and live a better life. Shalom! --- [image credit](https://pixabay.com/illustrations/brain-think-human-idea-20424/) Originally posted: https://steemit.com/health/@seyiodus/memory-loss
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During the last stage of life the losses that older adults must face are much more frequent, in this research we will study a very fashionable phenomenon in recent years such as stress, it is difficult for us to imagine how stress can affect older adults, that is, it is exposed to both positive and negative situations, influencing older adults differently, depending on the degree of emotion. In the elderly people who are inactive, aspects such as anger, irritability, depression that can eventually become a threat to the well-being of old age are very frequently manifested in them. It usually happens to us that we relate the episodes of stress to negative situations, but it is also that the good times are loaded with emotion or tension, which are usually a source of stress such as a child's wedding, the birth of a grandchild, family reunion retirement # Many studies have been carried out with respect to the construction of stress, resulting in a complex phenomenon, whose understanding is difficult, because the study is focused on the individual, and not the external environment, which is where stressors are particularly present. In the field of the elderly, stress has become the most common cause of the emergence of other diseases. On the other hand, the diseases, more common at this stage, can be cause for anxiety situations. On the other hand, the stress disorder causes disjointed social behaviors, which in many cases are maintained over time, creating stimuli and perceptions in people, being a risk factor to which individuals daily face attacks of different nature, manifesting In moods because of the feelings and emotions of both internal and external character, we can make the comparison of two totally different contexts or scenarios but in both of them there is stress, that is, it will be the same whether you are about to be attacked by an enraged animal, or as if he just knew the love of his life #
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