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HIV and AIDS Flashcards

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What does HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) do?

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Attacks and destroys T lymphocytes

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What does depletion of T Lymphocytes lead to?

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AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome)

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What does AIDS mean for affected individuals?

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Sufferers have a weakened immune system and so are more vulnerable to opportunistic infections

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