Peripheral neuropathies associated with HIV and hepatitis C co-infection: a review.
Co-infection with HIV and hepatitis C has become increasingly prevalent. It is a major source of morbidity in HIV-infected populations. Distal symmetric polyneuropathy is the most common form of peripheral neuropathy in HIV as well as hepatitis C mono-infection. There is considerable overlap in the symptoms and signs of HIV and hepatitis C neuropathy. It is not known whether there are additive or synergistic effects on the peripheral nerve by these two viruses. There is a need for studies to further elucidate the mechanisms involved.
Estanislao
Lydia B
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Department of Neurology (NeuroAIDS Research Program), Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York, NY 10029, USA.
Morgello
Susan
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Simpson
David M
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D020275:Guillain-Barre Syndrome / Q000821:virology; D015658:HIV Infections / Q000150:complications*; D006526:Hepatitis C / Q000150:complications*; D006801:Humans; D020422:Mononeuropathies / Q000821:virology; D010523:Peripheral Nervous System Diseases / Q000821:virology*; D011128:Polyradiculopathy / Q000821:virology