ACTG 320 A two year study for people with CD4 counts under 200 and who have taken ZDV for 6 months or longer. People who have taken 3TC previously are excluded. A two year study for individuals with CD4 counts under 200. Wasting was the third most common AIDS-associated condition in 1995. Especially when other symptoms and illnesses are present, wasting may not receive needed attention.
Diarrhea causes altered absorption of nutrients from the gastrointestinal tract.
Hormone levels may be altered. Finally, and easiest to remedy, inadequate intake of food. Poor oral intake can be related to fatigue, sore mouth or throat, lack of appetite or nausea and vomiting due to HIV, infections, medication side effects, depression, etc. Once weight is lost, it can be difficult to gain back, and weight regained often takes the form of fat instead of muscle. Appetite stimulants such as Megace can put pounds back on, but usually in the form of fat.