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Why Dose This Condition Seem To Be Linked With Hiv? Because I Dont Have Hiv But I Have The Seb Derm Condition.

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Spokane, WA
October 25, 2024
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Me either Christina. Other conditions, like neurological, Parkinson’s disease, hormones, blood disorders, autoimmune, having high levels of yeast overgrowth including in your blood. Diabetes, kidney disease, not having enough nutrients in your diet., you get the point. We were the 5% of other disorders, etc.

October 25, 2024 (edited)
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Seborrheic dermatitis is more common in people with HIV due to their weakened immune systems. The exact cause of seborrheic dermatitis isn't clear, but it's believed to be related to an immune response to Malassezia yeast on the skin. This response can cause yeast overgrowth, inflammation, and symptoms of seborrheic Show Full Answer

Seborrheic dermatitis is more common in people with HIV due to their weakened immune systems. The exact cause of seborrheic dermatitis isn't clear, but it's believed to be related to an immune response to Malassezia yeast on the skin. This response can cause yeast overgrowth, inflammation, and symptoms of seborrheic dermatitis. While anyone can develop seborrheic dermatitis, it affects about 35% of people with early HIV and 85% of those with AIDS, compared to about 5% of the general population.

October 25, 2024

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