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1. What is AIDS and how is it different from HIV?
Ans.AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) is a condition caused by the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). While HIV is the virus that attacks the immune system, AIDS is the final stage of HIV infection, characterized by a severely weakened immune system and the occurrence of opportunistic infections or cancers. Not everyone with HIV will develop AIDS if they receive proper treatment.
2. How is HIV transmitted?
Ans.HIV is primarily transmitted through specific body fluids such as blood, semen, vaginal fluids, rectal fluids, and breast milk. Common modes of transmission include unprotected sexual contact with an infected person, sharing needles or syringes, and from mother to child during childbirth or breastfeeding.
3. What are the symptoms of AIDS?
Ans.Symptoms of AIDS can vary widely, but common signs include rapid weight loss, persistent fever, extreme fatigue, prolonged swelling of the lymph nodes, and the appearance of opportunistic infections or unusual cancers. Symptoms can be mild or severe and may not appear until years after initial HIV infection.
4. How can AIDS be prevented?
Ans.Prevention of AIDS involves preventing HIV infection. This can be achieved through safe sex practices (using condoms), regular testing for sexually transmitted infections, using pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for those at high risk, and avoiding sharing needles. Education and awareness are key components in reducing the risk of HIV transmission.
5. What treatments are available for HIV/AIDS?
Ans.HIV/AIDS is treated with antiretroviral therapy (ART), which helps control the virus and allows individuals to live longer, healthier lives. ART reduces the viral load to undetectable levels, significantly lowering the risk of transmission to others. Early diagnosis and consistent treatment are essential for effective management of the disease.
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