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Q120 (CDS-II/2011) Science & Technology › Biotechnology & Health › Human infectious diseases Answer Verified

To suspect HIV/AIDS in a young individual, which one among the following symptoms is mostly associated with ?

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Chronic or persistent diarrhoea is a hallmark clinical manifestation of HIV/AIDS, particularly in young individuals and children [t1][t2]. It is defined as loose or watery stools lasting 14 days or more and is often the presenting symptom in approximately a quarter of new HIV diagnoses [t1][t2]. In advanced stages of the disease, gastrointestinal involvement is nearly universal, with over 90% of patients experiencing diarrheal syndrome due to opportunistic infections or the virus itself [t3]. While other symptoms like headache or anemia can occur, they are often non-specific or associated with secondary complications [t6][t7]. Chronic diarrhoea is specifically highlighted as a major factor for morbidity and a primary indicator for suspecting underlying immunodeficiency in clinical settings [t1][t3]. Therefore, in a young individual, persistent gastrointestinal distress is a significant clinical marker for HIV screening.

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  1. [1] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK304130/
  2. [2] https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8398799/
  3. [3] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Signs_and_symptoms_of_HIV/AIDS
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