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what is hiv ?

human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) are two species of lentiviruses that cause AIDS. This virus
attacks humans and attacks the immune system, so the body becomes weak in fighting off
infections if this virus continues to attack the body over time our bodies will become weak. HIV
is a virus that increasing the risk and impact of other infections and diseases. Without treatment,
the infection might progress to an advanced disease stage called AIDS.

what is aids?
AIDS is the most advanced stage of HIV infection. Once HIV infection develops into AIDS,
infections and cancer pose a greater risk.

what causes hiv?


HIV infection is caused by the human immunodeficiency virus. You can get HIV from contact
with infected blood, semen, or vaginal fluids. Most people get the virus by having unprotected
sex with someone who has HIV. Another common way of getting it is by sharing drug needles
with someone who is infected with HIV.

how to prevention HIV?


Learn how HIV spreads
First of all, you must understand correctly how HIV is spread. There is a lot of missinformation
about the spread of HIV, so it is important to learn it to protect yourself. HIV is transmitted when
infected blood, milk, semen or vaginal fluid is in direct contact with wounds in the skin or open
mucous membranes (such as mouth, nose, vagina, rectum, penis opening). HIV can be
transmitted through vaginal, oral or anal sex, as well as blood contact and body fluid contact.

Don't assume that someone who has no symptoms does not have HIV. People can have HIV a
few years before having AIDS, and an infected person can transmit the virus.

Avoid alcohol and illegal drugs


The second thing you need to do is stop using alcohol and drugs. These substances influence
your decision and make you tend to make bad decisions or be in a situation where you do not
have full control to hold the decision. Certain medications, such as drugs via injections, can also
cause you to get HIV with a higher exposure rate.

Have safe sex


Make a habit of safe sex, using condoms. If you have sex with someone who has HIV, it is
important to have safe sex and have regular HIV checks.

Talk with your partner about your sexual history. Knowing and understanding the ins and outs of
each one really helps you and your partner prevent the risk of HIV transmission. You can use a
combination of drugs (tenofovir and emtricitabine) every day to prevent HIV infection. This drug
can reduce the risk of getting HIV. However, this drug is quite expensive and you still need to
get used to safe sex to keep your risk low.
Never share needles or syringes
Needles and syringes easily carry HIV from one person to another. Never use drugs with
needles and needles that are not from the doctor.

Avoid touching other people's blood and body fluids


You never know who has HIV, because there are no stereotypes and they may not realize they
are infected, so avoid touching other people's blood as much as possible and avoid direct
contact with other bodily fluids that can spread HIV, especially if you have open sores on the
anywhere in your body. Body fluids that can carry the HIV virus include:
- Semen and prejaculation fluid
- Vaginal fluid
- Rectum steaming (natural anal lubricant)
- ASI
- Amniotic fluid, cerebrospindal fluid, and synovial fluid (usually only exposed if you work in the
medical field)

Perform medical care if you are pregnant


All pregnant women will be offered a blood test for HIV as part of an obstetric examination. If not
treated, HIV can be passed down from pregnant women to babies during pregnancy, childbirth,
or breastfeeding. HIV therapy during pregnancy reduces the risk of transmission of HIV to the
baby.

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