BI – budding inhibitor. Class of HIV drug.
Glossary
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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.