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AIDS/HIV Pathogenesis
Malnutrition increases risk of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome
September 5th, 2004
Malnutrition increases risk of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome. According to recent research from the United States, "Infectious diseases are the major causes of death and morbidity in underdeveloped countries, particularly in children. Increasing evidence suggests that malnutrition - both protein-energy type malnutrition (PEM) and essential micronutrient (vitamins, trace minerals, essential amino acids, polyunsaturated fatty acids) type - is the underlying reason for increased susceptibility to infections. On the other hand, certain infectious diseases also cause malnutrition, which results in a vicious cycle." "Before its viral origin was known,...
Source: Medical Letter on the CDC & FDA (2004-09-05)
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