The latest findings of a study by the National Institute of Health (NIH) revealed a potential overall risk for heart disease, including stroke, in children and teens born with HIV. The study suggests at risk youth, those children and teens who have had HIV their entire life (born with it or exposed to it at birth), be closely monitored by their medical professional for risk factors for heart disease. This possible correlation potentially puts them at risk earlier than would be observed in the general population.
Since it is early on in the research, no change in treatment regimens will result at this time. There is still much to be learned regarding this possible correlation. In the meantime, at risk children and teens should be encouraged to adopt healthier lifestyles by eating a well-balanced, healthy diet, exercising, and not smoking.
The health care professionals at the New Jersey AIDS/HIV/STD Hotline would like to remind anyone, regardless of race, ethnic group, or age who is HIV positive to make sure they continue to see a medical professional on a regular basis to receive treatment. If you have never been tested for HIV, you should do so immediately. You cannot rely on symptoms to know if you are HIV positive -- testing is the ONLY way to know for sure. Many people who are HIV positive do not have any symptoms for years. Take control of your own health and help prevent illness of those around you by getting tested - KNOW YOUR HIV STATUS!
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