Glossary

organogenesis – the process of development of baby’s main organs. This period is the first 12 weeks in the womb.

substitution therapy – using a prescription drug, eg methadone or buprenorphine, to stop using heroin.

acute infection – early infection (first few months with HIV).

lipid – medical term for fat. The term ‘blood lipids’ refers to cholesterol and triglyceride levels in blood.

iPrEP (intermittent Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) – using HIV drugs to before a possible exposure to HIV, to reduce the chance of infection. iPrEP refers to taking a reducing dosing shecdule based on when you are likely to be exposed. PrEP usually refers to a daily treatment.