What causes wasting in AIDS?

Article Abstract:

The wasting syndrome in AIDS may be a sign of further complications. Wasting is the unintentional rapid weight loss of more than 10 percent of body weight. To understand AIDS wasting better, efforts have focused on metabolic problems and the conversion of calories into fat or lean body mass. According to a recent study, wasting was directly related to lethargy, decreased activity, and anorexia. To date, hypermetabolism apparently does not cause wasting. Secondary infection may cause very rapid weight loss of more than 4 kilograms in less than 4 months, combined with anorexia. Moderate weight loss may result from gastrointestinal disease and diarrhea, with a less noticeable decrease of caloric intake. Safe medical interventions include early diagnosis, treating the secondary infection, and monitoring weight change in AIDS patients.

Research, Complications and side effects, Wasting syndrome, AIDS (Disease)

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Dieting and exercise in overweight, lactating women

Article Abstract:

Many women may not be able to lose weight after pregnancy. These women might benefit from a reducing diet and exercise several months after birth. A study showed that diet and exercise did not adversely affect milk production and had no adverse effect on the baby. However, women still need to make sure they are receiving enough calories to support adequate milk production if they decide to breast feed. Pregnant women can also make sure they don't gain excessive pounds while they are pregnant.

Physiological aspects, Lactation

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The effect of weight loss in overweight, lactating women on the growth of their infants

Article Abstract:

New mothers who breast feed their baby can lose weight without worrying that it will harm the baby. Researchers randomly assigned 40 breast-feeding new mothers who were overweight to a reducing diet and exercise or their usual diet and no exercise. Weight loss of one pound a week had no significant adverse effect on the baby's growth.

Infants (Newborn), Newborn infants, Growth

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