AIDS stands for acquired immune deficiency syndrome. it is a life-threatening condition.
What virus causes AIDS?
This syndrome is caused by a virus called the human immune deficiency virus (HIV).
Transmission
Blood transfusion
Breast feeding
It can transmit through sexual contact
Reuse of Syringes, Blades and needles.
It can transmit from mother to fetus across the placenta
Use of infected needles
Symptoms of AIDS
The Symptoms of this syndrome may take years to appear. This syndrome has two categories of symptoms.
Immune Suppression
In immune suppression, only flu-like symptoms appear like Fever, Swallon-Lymph nodes and glands, headache, skin rash, Nausea, chills
immune deficient
in this stage the patient become susceptible to microbial attacks and have no ability to resist the infections and patient suffer from a variety of diseases which lead to death. Such diseases which develop during weak immunity is called opportunistic disease which causes by different pathogens.
Treatment of AIDS
There is no specific treatment is available yet. Symptomatic and supportive treatment is advised.
Protease inhibitors (antiretroviral drugs) are administered by mouth.
Antiviral drugs with protease inhibitor drugs are given.
Preventions of AIDS
One should avoid sexual intercourse with an infected partner.
HIV-test should be done to prevent the spread of AIDS.
Avoid using syringes, needles, and Razor used by others.
New surgical tools must be used while doing surgery.
Maintain your personal hygiene strictly.
Use Antiviral drugs to prevent the secondary infections or symptoms.
FAQS
What is the abbreviation of AIDS?
It can be Abbreviated is Acquired immune deficiency syndrome
What are the common symptoms of Acquired immune deficiency syndrome?
common symptoms include Fever, chill, Nausea, and Headache.
Can AIDS be transmitted from person to person?
Yes, it can be transmitted from person to person in different ways.
is AIDS curable?
No, there is no clear treatment for this syndrome at present.
Can you get AIDS from kissing or sharing food with an HIV-positive person?
No, you cannot get AIDS from activities like kissing, hugging, or sharing food with someone who is HIV-positive. HIV is primarily transmitted through specific bodily fluids, not through everyday social interactions.