HIV Infection
HIV Infection
HIV stands for Human Immuno Deficiency Virus. As the name suggests this virus affects by creating deficiency of immunity in host body. This virus attacks the immune system of the person and makes it weaker. The body loses its mechanism to fight the infections. Hence once infected with HIV, the body becomes an easy target of infectious diseases. As the antibodies created by body fail to counter check the growth or foreign infections, the diseases becomes severe and in many cases it may prove fatal. HIV infection is very serious concern to human community as the victim becomes susceptible to many infections and diseases. The treatment and medication available for HIV infection is limited.
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