Glossary

candida – fungus (yeast) infection that affects the mouth and throat, gullet, sinuses, genital organs and – rarely – the brain. Also called ‘thrush’.

Direct acting antiviral – See DAA.

MSM – men who have sex with men.

thrombocytopenia – a low platelet count (platelets help stop bleeding by clotting blood).

pharmacist – a medical professional who specialises in sourcing and dispensing drugs. A pharmacist should be an expert in drug interactions, and on exactly how drugs should be taken.