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HIV
+ Human immunodeficiency virus(HIV) is
alentivirus (a member of theretrovirusfamily) that causesacquired immunodeficiency syndrome(AIDS),a condition in humans in which theimmune systembegins to fail, leading to lifethreateningopportunistic infections. ofblood,semen,vaginal fluid,pre-ejaculate, orbreast milk.
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Causes of hiv
There are 3 maincauses of HIV/AIDS infection:
+ Sexual transmission Through an intimacy sexual
contact i.e. vaginal, anal or oral sex with an infected sex partner.Besides through direct contact, there is also a chance to get infected by sharing sexual devices.
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Prevent HIV
The following steps will help prevent the spread of HIV:
Abstinence. Refraining from sexual activity is the surest way of preventing sexually transmitted HIV infection. Know the HIV status of your partner. Women who plan on becoming pregnant, or who are pregnant, should be tested before they have the infant.
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How to prevent
Never use dirty needles or syringes.
+ Under no circumstances share your
+ Use needles and syringes obtained from + Avoid all contact with another person's + Get tested for HIV yearly. + Get the vaccines for hepatitis A and
hepatitis B.
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SYMPTOMS
+ Rapid weight loss + Dry cough + Recurring fever or profuse night sweats + Profound and unexplained fatigue + Wollen lymph glands in the armpits, groin, or neck + Diarrhea that lasts for more than a week + White spots or unusual blemishes on the tongue,
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