HIV Symptoms in Children

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HIV may be suspected in a child who has:

Delays in growth or development.
Enlargement of the liver and spleen.
Persistent yeast infection of the mouth ( thrush ).
Recurrent bacterial infections.
Swollen lymph nodes in the neck, armpits, and groin.

These symptoms that may result from an HIV infection also can be caused by other illnesses.

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HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) Infection

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Primary Medical Reviewer E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine
Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine
Specialist Medical Reviewer Peter Shalit, MD, PhD - Internal Medicine

Current as ofNovember 18, 2017

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Current as of: November 18, 2017

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Medical Review: E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine & Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine & Peter Shalit, MD, PhD - Internal Medicine

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