HIV seroconversion Flashcards
1
Q
What is HIV seroconversion?
A
Seroconversion is the short period after they become infected.
It is the period when someone is at their most infectious.
2
Q
What % of people are symptomatic during the seroconversion stage?
A
60-80%
3
Q
When does seroconversion usually occur?
A
3-12 weeks after infection
4
Q
What are some features of seroconversion?
A
- Sore throat
- Lymphadenopathy
- Malaise, myalgia, arthralgia
- Diarrhoea
- Maculopapular rash
- Mouth ulcers
- Rarely meningoencephalitis
REMEMBER: Glandular fever type illness
5
Q
How is a diagnosis made during this stage?
A
HIV PCR and p24 antigen tests can confirm diagnosis.
NOTE: Antibodies may not be present at this stage.
6
Q
What would they usually put in a question to make you think HIV seroconversion?
A
Man returns from a trip abroad and develops a flu-like illness with a maculopapular rash.
(3-12 weeks after trip)
