Understanding What is PPE Disease: The Link to HIV
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Affecting between 11% and 46% of people with HIV in tropical and subtropical regions, Pruritic Papular Eruption (PPE) is a chronic and intensely itchy skin condition. While the acronym can cause confusion, this particular 'PPE disease' is a distinct medical condition, not related to personal protective equipment. The presence of this rash can serve as an important clinical marker for advancing immunosuppression in HIV-positive patients.
