Glossary

anaemia – shortage of oxygen-carrying red blood cells

primary HIV infection (PHI) – early infection (usually first six months with after HIV infection). Sometimes called acute infection.

symptom – a sign of illness.

peripheral neuropathy (PN) – damage to the nerves in your hands or feet. PN can be caused by HIV or some HIV drugs.

Peripheral neuropathy – more infomation.

HIV transmission is when the virus passes from one person to another. When this is from mother to baby it is called mother-to-child transmission (MTCT), perinatal or vertical transmission. Children who become HIV-positive in this way are called vertically infected children