"More than half of people with HIV in the U.S. are now age 50 or older, with 4.2 million in that age group living with HIV worldwide. Despite advancements in treatment, these individuals are developing age-associated conditions earlier than their HIV-negative counterparts."
"Chronic inflammation is known to be associated with accelerated aging, and HIV causes chronic inflammation due to the immune system being constantly activated by the infection."
The number of people living with HIV who are 50 or older has increased significantly, with over half of U.S. HIV patients in this age group. Despite improved treatments allowing longer lives, these individuals develop age-related health issues, such as bone density loss and cognitive decline, earlier than those without HIV. Research indicates that chronic inflammation from HIV may accelerate biological aging, although the exact factors contributing to this process remain unclear. Studies suggest that epigenetic changes linked to aging are influenced by HIV infection.
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