Glossary

percentage (%) – a number as a proportion of 100.

drug resistant (HIV) – HIV that is harder to treat because of genetic changes.

nucleus – the central part of some cells that contains DNA.

cirrhosis – severe scarring of the liver (see fibrosis) that makes it difficult for the liver to carry out its functions

lipoatrophy – fat loss in your arms, legs or face. Lipoatrophy is a type of lipodystrophy.