AIDS dementia, or HIV-associated dementia, is a serious symptom of AIDS that is usually seen in later stages of the disease. It's caused by the HIV virus spreading to the brain.
Symptoms include:
- Brain swelling (encephalitis)
- Memory loss
- Problems concentrating
- Problems with speaking
- Cognitive impairment
- Loss of interest in activities you used to enjoy
- Loss of motor skills
Departments and Programs Who Treat This Condition
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Infectious Diseases
Our Infectious Diseases practice providers a full range of diagnoses and treatment for all areas of infectious disease for both children and adults. As well as having the largest …
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Memory Disorders Clinic
Difficulty remembering new information, finding words or solving everyday problems can be upsetting for elderly and aging patients: from those faced with the first signs of memory…