Mastitis ha been implicated as a risk factor for mother-to-child transmission (MTCT) of HIV-1 through breast-feeding. Maternal vitamin A deficiency is also associated with increased MTCT as well as with episodes of mastitis in lactating animals. This review describes the complex interrelationship between vitamin A, mastitis, and MTCT of HIV-1 via mothers' milk. Current gaps in knowledge, as well as recommendations for future research efforts, are also discussed.
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Colorado State Univ, Dept Microbiol Immunol & Pathol, Ft Collins, CO 80523 USAColorado State Univ, Dept Microbiol Immunol & Pathol, Ft Collins, CO 80523 USA
Allison, RW
Hoover, EA
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Colorado State Univ, Dept Microbiol Immunol & Pathol, Ft Collins, CO 80523 USAColorado State Univ, Dept Microbiol Immunol & Pathol, Ft Collins, CO 80523 USA
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Colorado State Univ, Dept Microbiol Immunol & Pathol, Ft Collins, CO 80523 USAColorado State Univ, Dept Microbiol Immunol & Pathol, Ft Collins, CO 80523 USA
Allison, RW
Hoover, EA
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Colorado State Univ, Dept Microbiol Immunol & Pathol, Ft Collins, CO 80523 USAColorado State Univ, Dept Microbiol Immunol & Pathol, Ft Collins, CO 80523 USA