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What is the definition of AIDS Dementia Complex?
AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome) dementia complex, also known as HIV-associated dementia, is a chronic disorder of the mental processes, such as memory, thought, and reasoning, caused by late-stage HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) encephalopathy (brain infection).
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What are the symptoms of AIDS Dementia Complex?
Symptoms of AIDS dementia complex include inflammation of the brain (encephalitis) and spinal column, memory loss, reduced ability to think clearly and focus, difficulty concentrating, apathy (lack of interest), and a gradual reduction and loss of coordination and motor skills.
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What are the current treatments for AIDS Dementia Complex?
Treatment for AIDS dementia complex is individualized and may include antiretroviral therapy to decrease viral load, alcohol or drug abuse counseling and cessation, antidepressants, antipsychotics, stimulants, exercise, and daily activity therapy. Individuals with severe AIDS dementia complex may require a skilled home caregiver.
Who are the top AIDS Dementia Complex Local Doctors?
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Ranjababu Kulasegaram-Kulasekaram
Elite
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British HIV Association

GB 

Ranjababu Kulasegaram-Kulasekaram is in United Kingdom. Kulasegaram-Kulasekaram is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of AIDS Dementia Complex. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are AIDS Dementia Complex, HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis C, and Brain Abscess.

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Dr. Justin C. Mcarthur
Neurology
Elite
Highly rated in
10
conditions
Neurology

The Johns Hopkins Hospital

Baltimore, MD 

Justin Mcarthur is a Neurologist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Mcarthur has been practicing medicine for over 43 years and is rated as an Elite doctor by MediFind in the treatment of AIDS Dementia Complex. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are AIDS Dementia Complex, HIV/AIDS, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Multiple Sclerosis. He is board certified in Neurology and Internal Medicine and licensed to treat patients in Maryland. Dr. Mcarthur is currently accepting new patients.

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Bruce J. Brew
Bruce J. Brew
Elite
Highly rated in
7
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St Vincent's Hospital

Sydney, AU 

Bruce Brew is in Sydney, Australia. Brew is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of AIDS Dementia Complex. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are AIDS Dementia Complex, HIV/AIDS, Dementia, and CACH Syndrome.

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What are the latest AIDS Dementia Complex Clinical Trials?
Phase 2a Study of the Expansion and Infusion of Autologous T-Regulatory Cells in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
Who is this study for: Adult patients with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
Status: Active, not recruiting
Start Date: August 7, 2019
Intervention Type: Biological, Other
Phase: Phase 2
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Summary: This study is a randomized, placebo-controlled, phase 2a trial to study the biological activity, safety, and tolerability of regulatory T Lymphocytes (Tregs) taken and expanded outside of the body and returned back to the same person whose Treg were removed, given back by IV (intravenously) and in combination with low-dose IL-2 in people with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS).
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HERV-K Suppression Using Antiretroviral Therapy in Volunteers With Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
Who is this study for: Patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Status: Recruiting
Start Date: April 1, 2019
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drugs: Ritonavir, Dolutegravir, Tenofovir Alafenamide, Darunavir, Emtricitabine, Tenofovir Disoproxil
Phase: Phase 1
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Summary: Background:~- Some people with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) have a high level of the virus HERV-K in their blood. Researchers do not think this virus causes ALS. But they don t know why some people with ALS have a high level of it. They want to know if HERV-K can be suppressed by drugs that are used to treat HIV infection.~Objectives:~- To learn how drugs usually taken for HIV infection aff...
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What are the Latest Advances for AIDS Dementia Complex?
Depression and HIV associated neurocognitive disorders among HIV infected adults in rural southwestern Uganda: a cross-sectional quantitative study.
Journal: BMC psychiatry
Published: July 13, 2021
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Summary: Depression and HIV associated neurocognitive disorders among HIV infected adults in rural southwestern Uganda: a cross-sectional quantitative study.
Development of a new high sensitivity mechanical switch for augmentative and alternative communication access in people with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.
Condition: People with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (PwALS)
Journal: Journal of neuroengineering and rehabilitation
Treatment Used: Lever Magnetic-Spring Mechanical Switch (LeMMS)
Number of Patients: 20
Published: December 01, 2019
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Summary: This study evaluated a a new sensor, the Lever Magnetic-spring Mechanical Switch (LeMMS), for scanning access based on the patient's interaction with a sensor (or switch) that intercepts even a weak body movement as a valid communication aid in people with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (PwALS).
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A single low dose of hydrocortisone enhances cognitive functioning in HIV-infected women.
Condition: HIV in Women
Journal: AIDS (London, England)
Treatment Used: Low-Dose Hydrocortisone
Number of Patients: 36
Published: June 19, 2018
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Summary: in this study, researchers evaluated the effects of a single pill of low-dose hydrocortisone when taken by women with HIV.
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