What is it about?
Anaemia is common in people with well-controlled HIV. In a Zambian study of 823 individuals, nearly 30% had anaemia, with 14% having moderate-to-severe cases. Women, lower white blood cell levels, higher body weight, and certain HIV medications (NNRTI) were linked to higher anaemia risk. More research is needed to understand and treat this condition effectively.
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Why is it important?
This study highlights that anaemia is common in people with well-controlled HIV, a group often overlooked. It identifies factors beyond the virus itself, such as gender and specific medications, influencing anaemia. These insights can improve screening, treatments, and quality of life for those affected.
Perspectives
This study highlights the persistence of anaemia in people with well-controlled HIV, challenging the idea that viral suppression alone prevents it. It underscores the need for holistic, patient-centered care to improve health outcomes and quality of life for those affected.
Kingsley Kamvuma
Mulungushi University
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This page is a summary of: Prevalence and factors associated with moderate-to-severe anaemia among virally suppressed people with HIV at a tertiary hospital in Zambia, PLoS ONE, August 2024, PLOS,
DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0303734.
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