Glossary

toxoplasmosis (toxo) – an opportunistic infection caused by a protozoa. The risk to develop toxo increases after CD4 counts fall below 100 cells/mm3.

Toxo section of the training manual.

hepatitis – an infection that causes liver inflammation, usually a virus.

multi-disciplinary – a team approach to care, involving several different professionals.

blip – small, occasional increase in viral load.

ARV – a drug that works against a retrovirus, eg treatment for HIV. See: antiretroviral.