infectious diseases
Cancers Common in Patients with HIV Infection
Cervical cancer
In women infected with HIV, prevalence of Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Infection is increased, oncogenic subtypes (types 16, 18, 31, 33, 35, and 39) persist, the incidence of cervical intraepithelial dysplasia (CIN) is up to 60%, and the incidence of Confirmed risk factors for cervical cancer in women infected with HIV include the following: Infection with HPV subtype 16 or 18 CD4 count of<200/mcL Age>34 years Managementmethods for CIN or cervical cancer is not changed by HIV infection. Frequent Papanicolaou tests are important to monitor for progression of CIN. ART may result in resolution of HPV infection and regression of CIN but has no clear effects on cancer. 