Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a virus that causes Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS), which eventually leads to HIV / AIDS. This virus weakens the immune system. As many as 90 percent of HIV patients suffer from some type of skin rash for the rest of their lives.
Skin disease is often seen as an indicator of disease progression, a weakened immune system can lead to more rampant infections than usual.
Infection of the skin can be categorized as coming from bacteria, viruses, fungi or parasites. HIV patients may experience skin rash with dryness or itching of the skin all over the body. There are several skin conditions associated with HIV / AIDS.
Sprue
The most common infection in HIV patients is canker sores, caused by a type of fungus, called the candida fungus. Thrush is usually a white layer in the mouth.
White layers are usually on the tongue or in the roof of the mouth and gums. You might bleed slightly while brushing your teeth.
The doctor will give you a solution of antifungal drugs and tablets. You can also drink warm salt water after a meal at any time. This method eliminates canker sores.
Skin conditions of skin rash associated with HIV / AIDS presented by dermatologist, Dr. Rashmi Shetty.
Oral hairy leukoplakia
This condition occurs in the mouth as lesions (abnormal tissue) are white or porous on the side of the tongue. This is due to the Epstein-Barr virus. Lesions usually do not cause pain.
It is commonly treated with regular antiretroviral treatment - a treatment for the treatment of infections caused by retroviruses -, especially HIV.
Molluscum contagiosum
Molluscum contagiosum is a contagious viral infection. The condition is characterized by a fine white lump or a lump of colored skin on any part of the body.
This condition usually resolves on its own as the patient's immunity improves. Doctors can do needling or cryotherapy (surgical action) if a les is present. If there are many lesions, then it can be treated topical antiviral medication - a treatment for viral infections of the skin.
Infection caused by the herpes virus
Another common organism that causes infection in HIV patients is herpes virus. There are two types of herpes virus. Type 1 is most common in the mouth and looks like a runny nose. There is also herpes simplex type 2, which is most common in private organs.
This type can be called genital herpes. Both conditions are treated with topical antiviral and antibiotics when there is a bacterial infection.
Herpes zoster
Herpes zoster is caused by chickenpox virus. It is marked low body temperature thus making the virus active. This causes infection of certain nerves. Patients can feel tremendous pain, burning sensation, and tingling.
The skin becomes blistered and contains a small liquid that can rupture. This causes the skin surface to erode. How to treat with antiviral and painkillers.
Psoriasis
Psoriasis is a skin disease commonly present with symptoms of a thick red scaly lesion, especially above the elbows, knees, scalp, nails, and lower back.
Lesions may spread throughout the body of HIV patients. This condition can be treated with steroid cream.
Seborrhoeic dermatitis (dandruff)
Seborrhoeic dermatitis is more severe than ordinary dandruff. This type of dandruff is accompanied by swelling, itching, and crust of dandruff on the scalp or over the chest.
It can be treated with topical antifungal drugs, which are combined steroid or salicylate acids.
Scabies
Parasites that are common in normal individuals can be dangerous in HIV patients. HIV patients may be affected by scabies, caused by many parasites. It can infect HIV patients rapidly because of decreased immunity.
Instead, HIV patients maintain good hygiene and take antiscabicidal medications (drugs that kill certain parasites).
Kaposi's sarcoma (KS)
Kaposi sarcoma is cancer in HIV patients, caused by viruses. This condition usually occurs on the skin and mucous membrane-shaped purple or dark colored skin on the skin.
It can spread to other internal organs. KS can be treated with radiotherapy, chemotherapy or biological therapy.