An HIV+ patient with CD4 count of 47 cells/mL presents with diarrhea. Acid fast oocysts are found in the stool. From this finding, what is the proper care and prognosis with that care?
High-Yield Explanation
Cryptosporidium parvum. Protozoan parasite, which is considered to be the most common cause of diarrhea in AIDS. Dx- Acid-fast oocysts in the stool by performing modified ZN staining. Rx- Azithromycin, Spiramycin, Paromomycin and Nitazoxanide Other causes of diarrhea in AIDS are Isospora bellii, Cyclospora cayatenensis, and Microsporidia. If CD 4 Count <50 cells/mL -Even with the best treatment, the infection may be unrelenting