Glossary

coinfection – having more than one infection, eg HIV and TB, or HIV and hepatitis C.

bacteria – single-cell micro-organisms without a nucleus.

virology – the study of viruses.

PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis) – a short course of HIV treatment to HIV to reduce the chance of infection. See prophylaxis and PrEP.

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