Glossary

lymph (or lymphatic) system – vessels, nodes, organs and clear fluid, that are part of the immune system.

generic drug – drug supplied under its common (chemical) name.

seroreversion – the word for when the baby born to an HIV-positive mother, no longer has the mother’s antibodies to HIV.

adherence – taking your medicine at the right time each day and in the right way.

• Adherence and why it is so important.
• Adherence tips – easy ways to help.

febrile – medical word relating to fever