AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)

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The patient, a 30-year-old homosexual man, complained of unexplained weight loss, chronic diarrhea, and respiratory congestion during the past 6 months. Physical examination revealed right-sided pneumonitis. The following studies were performed:StudiesResultsComplete blood cell count (CBC), p. 174Hemoglobin (Hgb), p. 25912 g/dL (normal: 14-18 g/dL)Hematocrit (Hct), p. 25636% (normal: 42%-52%)Chest X-ray, p. 1014Right-sided consolidation affecting the […]