Even with effective treatment, long-term HIV infection can have significant effects on the body, including:
- Neurocognitive disorders: HIV can affect the brain, leading to cognitive impairment, memory loss, and difficulties with concentration.
- Cardiovascular disease: People with HIV are at increased risk of heart disease, stroke, and other cardiovascular problems.
- Kidney disease: HIV can damage the kidneys, leading to kidney failure.
- Bone disease: HIV can weaken bones, increasing the risk of fractures.
- Metabolic disorders: HIV can disrupt the body’s metabolism, leading to conditions like insulin resistance and high cholesterol.
