Evaluation of the Symptomatic Human Immunodeficiency Virus–Infected Patient

Nevertheless, opportunistic diseases continue to occur despite HAART in some patients, in the absence of therapy in others, and in relation to the initiation of such therapy in still others. Many of these diseases can be evaluated and managed in the outpatient setting. This chapter provides a review of these complications and diagnostic approaches to the more common symptom complexes in the HIV-infected patient. Expert advice and consultation are suggested when evaluating and managing these complex patients.