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Medical Conditions - Cd4 Count

CD4 cells are a type of white blood cells (WBC), play a vital role in the immune system. The test to check the amount of these CD4 cells is called the CD4 count. These cells help fight viruses and bacteria entering the body by alerting other immune cells. HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) attacks and destroys these CD4 cells.

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I am living with HIV. Are there newer antiretroviral therapies?

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How is my immune recovery assessed in HIV?

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My sister is pregnant with HIV. How to prevent its transmission?

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Dr. Ashraf Ghani

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I am HIV positive at 32. Can I still have a normal life?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query. I understand how overwhelming this must feel, especially when you are still processing the diagnosis.

Do low B12, folate, and T cells need hematology review?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Low CD count can be due to altered immune function or HIV. You have been investigated with the molecular tests for HIV.

I was just diagnosed with HIV. How do I start treatment?

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I have HIV. Can undetectable viral load prevent its spread?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. From your details mentioned, it seems that you have recently started with antiretroviral medications, around six months ago.

What does a low HIV viral load with low CD4/CD8 ratio mean?

Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I can understand your concern and will help you with it. I have carefully assessed the attached reports (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity).

How to confirm an HIV diagnosis after starting ART?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. As far as the HIV test is concerned, it is positive (attachment removed to protect patient identity) and if you have a doubt, then you canget tested for RNA PCR.

My friend has HIV. Is it safe to get hepatitis B vaccine?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand why your friend is anxious right now. Being newly diagnosed, starting lifelong medication, and then feeling unwell can be frightening.

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Dr. Ashraf Ghani

Dr. Ashraf Ghani

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