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Fungal Opportunistic Infections in HIV Disease

Penn Community Infectious Diseases, Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, 51 North 39th Street, Suite W241, Philadelphia, PA 19104 melody.duffalo{at}uphs.upenn.edu

Fungal pathogens can lead to many of the complications seen in advanced HIV disease and are commonly identified in HIV-infected populations with decreased immune function. Common fungal organisms affecting individuals with AIDS include Cryptococcus neoformans, various Candida species, and Histoplasma capsulatum. While infection with these organisms can be fatal, appropriate identification and management of the condition can result in reduced mortality and the opportunity for effectivemanagement of HIV disease with highly active antiretroviral therapy. This article describes the clinical presentation and treatment of 3 fungal infections common in the immunocompromised individual with AIDS. Current antifungal therapy for themanagement of these infections is discussed. In addition, the role of newer antifungal agents in the setting of these conditions is reviewed.

Key Words: Fungal disease • opportunistic infections • HIV disease • review • treatment

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