Group III Persistent generalised
lymphadenopathy
Persistent generalised lymphadenopathy may be a presenting feature of HIV infection in a person who is otherwise well. HIV-related lymphadenopathy persists for at least three months, in at least two extra-inguinal sites and is not due to any other cause.
A lymph node biopsy in HIV disease is not recommended as a routine procedure as the findings are non-specific and the presence of lymphadenopathy due to HIV alone does not worsen the prognosis. The indications for a biopsy are the same in HIV and non-HIV-related conditions.
Persistent generalised lymphadenopathy may be a presenting feature of HIV infection in a person who is otherwise well. HIV-related lymphadenopathy persists for at least three months, in at least two extra-inguinal sites and is not due to any other cause.
A lymph node biopsy in HIV disease is not recommended as a routine procedure as the findings are non-specific and the presence of lymphadenopathy due to HIV alone does not worsen the prognosis. The indications for a biopsy are the same in HIV and non-HIV-related conditions.
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