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by By Dr. Keith Crawford, BDO HIV/AIDS Expert In the previous article, I introduced the microbiome. To review, recall that our bodies are essentially a reservoir of billions, even trillions of bacteria and other microorganisms (viruses, fungi, parasites). They are essential to helping us stay healthy. Disease occurs when harmful organisms invade our bodies (e.g. influenza, malaria, hepatitis C, Staphylococcus).
HIV drugs have long been used to prevent new infections in HIV-negative individuals. Like what you’re reading? Then LIKE us on Facebook! Post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) is one strategy that involves the use of HIV drugs to prevent infection AFTER the person is exposed to the virus. In this case, the HIV medicines must be administered very soon after the exposure.
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