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Everything you need to know about HIV and AIDS on this World AIDS Day

Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) is a chronic disease caused by the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). It is a potentially life-threatening condition as it damages a person’s immune system by attacking the T-helper cells (CD4) and lowering down the white blood cells count in the body.   Let us now discuss all the essential details related to HIV and AIDS: How are HIV and AIDS connected? HIV is a virus and AIDS is an advanced medical condition which is caused by HIV virus in the long run. The virus weakens the immunity system of the body and makes it prone to many diseases, particularly AIDS. Medical experts categorize the progression of HIV into 3 stages: Stage 1: Acute HIV Infection Most patients are unable to recognize the infection caused by the virus until they experience some mild symptoms after 2 to 6 weeks. This is the stage where the body’s immune system fights back against the virus. Some possible signs and symptoms include: ·          Fever and