Jul 26, 2023 · HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is a virus that attacks cells that help the body fight infection, making a person more vulnerable to other infections and diseases.

Jul 22, 2024 · Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) occurs at the most advanced stage of infection. HIV targets the body’s white blood cells, weakening the immune system. This …

Feb 9, 2024 · Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), is an ongoing, also called chronic, condition. It's caused by the human immunodeficiency virus, also called HIV. HIV damages the …

Jul 30, 2024 · Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) is a term that applies to the most advanced stages of HIV infection. It is defined by the occurrence of any of the more than 20 …

Sep 4, 2024 · HIV stands for human immunodeficiency virus, which is the virus that causes HIV infection. The abbreviation “HIV” can refer to the virus or to HIV infection. AIDS stands for …

Sep 3, 2024 · HIV is a virus that may become AIDS after you’ve been infected for several years and it’s weakened your immune system. Learn more about the differences in symptoms, …

Jul 16, 2023 · HIV is a virus that lives in human blood, sexual fluids, and breast milk. It weakens your immune system, so your body has a hard time fighting off common germs, viruses,...

Mar 16, 2023 · HIV damages the immune system. Without treatment, AIDS can develop. Learn all about HIV and AIDS, including symptoms, treatments, and life expectancy.

Jun 6, 2022 · Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is the virus that causes acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). HIV weakens your immune system by destroying your T-cells …

HIV is most commonly spread by sexual contact with an infected partner. Another important means of spreading HIV is contact with infected blood from contaminated needles, syringes, or …