Factors in addition to the direct cytopathic action of HTLV-3/LAV contribute to the loss of T4 cells characteristic of AIDS

It is hazardous to treat HIV patients with interferon-alpha

Interferon-alpha is shown to play a key role in the progressing immunodysfunction that characterizes HIV infection. In particular, interferon-alpha is responsible for the development of an autoimmune state that is prone to serious complications. Therefore, treatment of HIV patients with IFN-alpha is hazardous. There are results suggesting that anti-interferon-alpha immunization might be a method for prophylaxis and treatment of the autoimmune state in HIV patients. This treatment may prevent complications of HIV infection and the transition to AIDS.

New approach to treatment of AIDS and AIDS related complex

A new approach for treatment of AIDS is suggested. This is to isolate the patient's blood, to remove anti-T-cell substance from the plasma, and treat the cells with an anti-viral agent. And then return it into the patient.