How many HIV/AIDS cases are there in China?

Written by Xiong Hong Hai

Infectious Disease

Updated on December 01, 2024

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According to epidemiological surveys from 2017, there are approximately 1.25 million HIV-infected individuals in our country. The annual number of new HIV infections is on the rise each year. Among the transmission routes of HIV, sexual transmission now accounts for 90% of all routes. In women, the main mode of HIV transmission is through men. Among male HIV carriers, about 70%-80% are infected through homosexual activities.

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How is AIDS treated?

For the treatment of AIDS, antiretroviral therapy is required. It is important to diagnose and treat early, and patients should consistently adhere to treatment over the long term. Most patients can achieve relatively good results. If the virus levels remain undetectable over the long term, the immune system can recover to a normal state, and opportunistic infections will either not occur or previously occurred ones will gradually disappear. Standard antiretroviral therapy is critical, primarily involving a cocktail therapy that usually combines three different types of antiretroviral drugs.

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Treatment of AIDS

In fact, the treatment of AIDS requires systematic and standardized antiretroviral therapy. Once an HIV infection is confirmed, whether in the early stage, acute phase, or late stage, it is necessary to start antiretroviral therapy as soon as possible. Generally, this involves combining two nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitors with either a protease inhibitor or an integrase inhibitor, or a non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor. It is crucial to take the medication long-term and consistently without discontinuation, as stopping the medication can easily lead to a relapse of the condition.

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Does AIDS cause itching?

People with AIDS experience itching because pruritus is one of the most common symptoms in AIDS patients. It can occur relatively early in the disease. This type of itching occurs without primary skin rashes and is so severe that it is unbearable. In severe cases, there may be a tendency towards suicide. Therefore, in treatment, we use antihistamines with sedative effects. Oral administration is combined with the external application of moisturizing and anti-itch medications. When necessary, ultraviolet light exposure can be used, or it can be combined with other methods.

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What should I do if I am infected with AIDS?

If it is clearly an HIV infection, it is necessary to start antiretroviral therapy as soon as possible. Early treatment can effectively suppress the virus, eliminating its contagiousness and gradually restoring immune function to a near-normal state. During the medication process, it is crucial to take medicine at the right times and in the right amounts. Additionally, maintaining regular follow-ups and periodic re-evaluations of the condition to monitor any changes, watching out for side effects of medications, and assessing the effectiveness of the treatment are important. With regular follow-ups and proper care, it is indeed possible to live a normal lifespan and have a good quality of life. However, if the condition is allowed to progress without appropriate management, it may lead to serious complications and even death. If opportunistic infections or other complications are present, appropriate responses are necessary. For example, if there is a concurrent tuberculosis infection, active anti-tuberculosis treatment should be pursued. If there is a fungal infection, antifungal medications should be selected based on the specific type of fungus involved.

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Is AIDS a sexually transmitted disease?

AIDS is caused by the infection of the Human Immunodeficiency Virus, also known as HIV, which leads to significant immune deficiency characterized by the disease. The main route of transmission is through sexual contact. It spreads quickly and has a relatively high mortality rate. Currently, there is no effective cure, making it one of the major lethal infectious sexually transmitted diseases in humans.