Glossary

BI – budding inhibitor. Class of HIV drug.

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

pegylated interferon (PEG interferon) – treatment for hepatitis C, given in combination with ribavirin. Given as a onceweekly injection.

enzyme – a protein produced in the body that triggers or speeds up other chemical reactions.

asymptomatic – showing no signs of illness.