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I am diagnosed with aids with cd4 count of only 7 in july. i am also still on chemo for ks. is my prognosis good? i am on arv and so far feel generally healthy with my cd4 up to 58 in 6 months.
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YES: Your cd$ count is improving, that's great. I hope your kaposi's sarcoma is under control. Continue your meds. Good luck!
Answered 7/31/2013
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HIV: Have you discussed your treatment and expectations with your infectious disease specialist and your oncologist? Those are the two physicians with the best information for you. So long as you continue as directed, there is a good chance your outcome can and will be positive.
Answered 3/17/2013
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