AIDS Treatment in India
About AIDS
Key Highlights
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Transforms a once-fatal diagnosis into a manageable chronic condition.Effectively suppresses the HIV virus to undetectable levels, protecting the immune system.Significantly reduces the risk of transmitting HIV to others (U=U: Undetectable = Untransmittable).Prevents and treats opportunistic infections and AIDS-related cancers.Provides holistic care addressing physical, mental, and social health aspects.Involves continuous monitoring and personalized adjustment of treatment plans./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Confirmed diagnosis of HIV infection, regardless of CD4 count.
- Presence of AIDS-defining illnesses (e.g., certain opportunistic infections, cancers).
- A declining CD4 T-cell count, indicating immune system damage.
- Pregnancy in an individual with HIV to prevent mother-to-child transmission.
- Post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) follow-up and management.
- Management of co-infections like tuberculosis or hepatitis B/C.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive diagnostic workup including CD4 count, viral load test, and drug resistance testing.
- Screening for co-infections (tuberculosis, hepatitis, STIs) and other chronic conditions.
- Detailed review of patient's medical history, current medications, and allergies.
- Counseling on the importance of lifelong adherence to medication.
- Discussion of treatment goals, potential side effects, and the U=U concept.
- Establishing a support system and connecting with counseling or support groups.
Risks & possible complications
- Side effects from Antiretroviral Therapy (ART), which can include nausea, fatigue, rash, or metabolic changes.
- Potential for developing drug resistance if medications are not taken consistently.
- Risk of immune reconstitution inflammatory syndrome (IRIS) when starting ART.
- Long-term complications such as cardiovascular disease, kidney issues, or bone density loss.
- Psychological impacts including depression, anxiety, or stigma-related stress.
- Breakthrough opportunistic infections if the immune system remains severely compromised.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Recovery is a lifelong process of management, not a single event.
- Strict adherence to the daily ART regimen is the cornerstone of recovery and health maintenance.
- Regular follow-up visits (every 3-6 months initially) for viral load and CD4 monitoring.
- Management of medication side effects in collaboration with the doctor.
- Maintaining a healthy lifestyle with balanced nutrition, regular exercise, and adequate sleep.
- Ongoing mental health support and engagement with care networks to ensure treatment adherence and well-being.
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (Outpatient management)
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Expected recovery time:
Lifelong management
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering aids in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for aids in India include Manipal Hospital Ghaziabad, Manipal Hospital Kanakapura Road, Manipal Hospital EM Bypass, Manipal Hospital Malleshwaram, KMC Hospital Mangalore, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform aids. MediFyr helps you compare internal medicine specialists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for aids compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for AIDS in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated internal medicine teams and experience managing patients undergoing aids.
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Internal Medicine Specialists for AIDS
Explore experienced internal medicine specialists who regularly perform aids and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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