What is acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS)?
AIDS is an acquired defect of the body's immune system due to infection by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). It is associated with a CD4 count less than 200 cells/microliter and increased susceptibility to opportunistic infections and malignant neoplasms.
How do members experience acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS)?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS)*
*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS)*
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Who has acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) on PatientsLikeMe?
Age
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 6 | |
| 30s | 27 | |
| 40s | 25 | |
| 50s | 27 | |
| 60s | 32 | |
| 70+ | 9 |
Distribution of sex
Sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 97 | |
| Female | 31 |
Talk to people with acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS)
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