Living Well with HIV AIDS 3rd Edition by Allen Gifford,Kate Lorig,Diana Laurent,Virginia González ISBN ‎0923521860 978-0923521868

Based on the current care guidelines from the CDC and elsewhere, this book addresses the current emphasis on managing the side effects of HIV/AIDS such as lypodystrophy, redistribution of body fat, cardiac risks, and vulnerability to other ailments. Combining the latest medical advice with the ideas of hundreds of people living with HIV/AIDS, the book is particularly helpful for friends, family members, and others who make up the support network for anyone struggling with HIV/AIDS.

Table of contents:  

CONTENTS
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
DEDICATION
HOW TO USE THIS BOOK
PART ONE: HIV/AIDS SELF-MANAGEMENT
CHAPTER ONE Overview of HIV/AIDS Self-Management
CHAPTER TWO Becoming an HIV/AIDS Self-Manager
CHAPTER THREE Health Problems of People with HIV/AIDS
PART TWO MANAGING YOUR MEDICAL TREATMENT
CHAPTER FOUR Working with Your Doctor
CHAPTER FIVE Making Treatment Decisions
CHAPTER SIX Managing Medications for HIV/AIDS
CHAPTER SEVEN Side Effects of Medications
PART THREE MANAGING SYMPTOMS AND LONG-TERM HEALTH
CHAPTER EIGHT Evaluating Common Symptoms of HIV/AIDS
CHAPTER NINE Understanding the Symptom Cycle
CHAPTER TEN Using Your Mind to Manage Symptoms
PART FOUR MANAGING EXERCISE AND DIET
CHAPTER ELEVEN Exercising for Fun and Fitness
CHAPTER TWELVE Healthy Eating
CHAPTER THIRTEEN Food Safety and Preparation Tips
PART FIVE MANAGING PERSONAL AND PRACTICAL ISSUES
CHAPTER FOURTEEN Communicating
CHAPTER FIFTEEN Making Your Wishes Known: Advance Directives
CHAPTER SIXTEEN Planning for Now and the Future
CHAPTER SEVENTEEN Finding Resources
INDEX