What is HIV?
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HIV is a virus that attacks the immune system. If left untreated, it can cause AIDS.
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is a virus that infects humans and attacks the immune system.
The final stage of HIV infection is acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), which can be life-threatening.
There is currently no cure for HIV, but infections can be managed through regular clinical monitoring and antiretroviral treatments.
What is HIV?
HIV, or human immunodeficiency virus, is a virus that damages the cells of the immune system, weakening its ability to fight everyday infections.
Specifically, HIV attacks the CD4 T-cells, which are key immune cells involved in fighting infection and disease.
Destroying these immune cells leaves individuals open to various infections and the development of certain cancers.
What is AIDS?
Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) is the final stage of HIV infection. This is when the immune system has been diminished to the point that the body can no lon...
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