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Understanding HIV and AIDS Differences by Mohamed Taha is a document available to read on EtoBox.
HIV develops into AIDS if not treated. HIV attacks CD4 cells of the immune system. There are two types of HIV, HIV-1 is more common and virulent. Acute HIV causes flu-like symptoms while clinical latency has few or no symptoms. AIDS is diagnosed when CD4 cells fall below 200 or specific illnesses appear. HIV is transmitted through sexual contact, blood, and from mother to child. Prevention methods include condoms, circumcision, PrEP, PEP, and antiviral treatment. While there is no vaccine or cure, HAART tre
- Author
- Mohamed Taha
- Language
- EN