The Reason for the Development of Lipodystrophy in HIV Treatment

question 16

Multiple Choice

The reason for the development of lipodystrophy in HIV treatment may be from :

• A) malnutrition.
• B) overeating.
• C) hormone imbalances.
• D) hypertriglyceridemia.
• E) drugs used to treat HIV .

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Definitions:

Emotion-focused Coping

A coping strategy that involves reducing stress by attending to emotional needs related to the stressor.

Phagocytosis

The cellular process by which certain living cells called phagocytes ingest or engulf other cells or particles, playing an essential role in the immune response to infection.

Lymphocytosis

An increase in the number of lymphocytes in the blood, which can be a response to infection or a symptom of certain diseases.

Helicobacter Pylori

A type of bacteria that infects the stomach lining and can cause ulcers and stomach cancer.