HIV human immunodeficiency virus
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Definition: An epidemic retrovirus
that causes AIDS (aquired immunodeficiency syndrome) which is a fatal
illness. There are two types of HIV: HIV-1 and HIV-2. HIV type 1 is
the type that causes AIDS. Type 2 HIV is not as rapidly progressive
to AIDS and is not as severe; however it is epidemic only in West
Africa.
Common Misspellings: human immuniodefeceincy virus, human imunodeficient virus, human immuniodefeicy virus
Related Resources:
AIDS/ HIV
Resources that explore AIDS/HIV in women. Covers symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, prevention.Sexually Transmitted Disease
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Vital information for anyone who is sexually active and not in a long term monogamous relationship.
Elsewhere on the Web:
HIV/AIDS Information Center
The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) presents a plethora of material including a library, the latest news and research, and other useful material.HIV/AIDS Treatment Information Service
Comprehensive information that includes current treatment guidelines, as well as archived treatments, and other useful facts.
