Abstract
This article presents a case study of a 17-year-old male with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), experiencing significant body changes secondary to human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) treatment. These physical changes led to dysfunctional preoccupation with his appearance and suicidal behavior, and he was eventually diagnosed with body dysmorphic disorder (BDD). This paper reviews the concepts of BDD and metabolic changes, with particular emphasis on lipodystrophic changes related to HIV medications. Sociodemographic characteristics, clinical manifestations, and treatment modalities with special focus on the role of the nurse practitioner in recognizing and managing these conditions are presented.
| Original language | English (US) |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | XI-XII |
| Journal | Internet Journal of Advanced Nursing Practice |
| Volume | 4 |
| Issue number | 2 |
| State | Published - 2000 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Body dysmorphic disorder
- Education
- HIV/AIDS
- Lipodystrophy
- Medicine
- Nursing
- Nursing school
- Patient care
- Surgery
