The Western medical approach to the treatment of HIV/AIDS is primarily through the use of pharmaceuticals. The effect of the virus was devastating in the 1980's and the development of medications to stall and reduce the severity of AIDS saved many lives and much pain and suffering. Education also played a role, and the at risk communities for contracting HIV/AIDS fought the battle to be recognized as having a right to research into the virus and treatment for AIDS. Fast forward 30 years, pharmaceuticals are still the primary treatment and the western approach could be incorporating holistic nutrition, mental, and spiritual health as part of the protocol.
I think availability of the PreP treatment is fantastic as it gives individuals a choice. As long as medical practitioners provide enough information to their patients to make informed decisions, its a personal choice.
Studies are being conducted and showing some evidence that TCM does strengthen the immune system. As with all medicine, lifestyle choices are also part of the formula.
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