Kaposi sarcoma, acquired immunodeficiency syndrome-associated form

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Kaposi sarcoma, acquired immunodeficiency syndrome-associated form: Introduction

Kaposi sarcoma, acquired immunodeficiency syndrome-associated form: A form of cancer caused by a type of herpesvirus that occurs mainly in the skin but may also occur in lymph nodes, internal organs and mucosal areas. The AIDS-associated form is aggressive and tends to occur mainly on the face, genitals and lower extremities with internal organs often being involved as well. Symptoms depend on the extent of internal organ involvement. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Kaposi sarcoma, acquired immunodeficiency syndrome-associated form is available below.

Symptoms of Kaposi sarcoma, acquired immunodeficiency syndrome-associated form

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Purplish skin macules
Reddish blue skin macules
Dark brown skin macules
Purplish skin plaques
Reddish blue skin plaques
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Treatments for Kaposi sarcoma, acquired immunodeficiency syndrome-associated form

Treatment decisions depend on the extent and location of the lesions, as well as the person's symptoms and degree of immunosuppression. Antiviral therapy against the AIDS virus can shrink the lesions
Radiation therapy or cryotherapy can be used for lesions in certain areas
Combination chemotherapy may also be used. However, lesions may return after treatment
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Kaposi sarcoma, acquired immunodeficiency syndrome-associated form: Complications

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Death due to internal bleeding
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Causes of Kaposi sarcoma, acquired immunodeficiency syndrome-associated form

Disease Topics Related To Kaposi sarcoma, acquired immunodeficiency syndrome-associated form

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Herpesvirus
Purplish skin macules
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Kaposi sarcoma, acquired immunodeficiency syndrome-associated form: Undiagnosed Conditions

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Misdiagnosis and Kaposi sarcoma, acquired immunodeficiency syndrome-associated form

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Kaposi sarcoma, acquired immunodeficiency syndrome-associated form: Rare Types

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