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Meds, Mind, Body & Benefits => Lipodystrophy & Metabolic Problems => Topic started by: poss53 on May 26, 2013, 10:53:53 am
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I just switched from combivir and viramune to truvada and isentress. Was on both meds for over 15 years. Will the belly fat go away if I continue to exercise and will I regain some of the muscle in my upper legs. Also what about the loss of muscle in my face below my eyes? Is there anything I can do to improve these areas? I really don't want to take shots . Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
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Hello Poss53,
I have Lipodistrophy from Zerit(d4T) and Kaletra. I've been off of the Zerit for several years & the Kaletra for 3 years. I've been told that it is very unlikely that my belly fat will go away.
A poz friend had severe facial wasting, I'm not sure what meds it was from. I do know that now, 3 years later, his face looks much better without any extraordinary measures. So, I would say that you'd see progress in your face but it will take 2 to 4 years. Best wishes.
Hugs from Provincetown, deibster