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CARE OF PATIENTS WITH AIDS VIRUS AND INFORMATION ABOUT THE AIDS VIRUS

Abstract

Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) is a chronic, potentially life-threatening condition caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). By damaging your immune system, HIV interferes with your body's ability to fight infection and disease.

Keywords

Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, blood, infection, AIDS.

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