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Understanding AIDS/HIV -- Prevention

Get the basics on prevention of AIDS/HIV from the experts at WebMD.
Understanding AIDS/HIV -- Diagnosis & Treatment

WebMD's guide to the diagnosis and treatment of AIDS/HIV.
Understanding HIV/AIDS -- the Basics

Get the basics on AIDS/HIV from the experts at WebMD.
Understanding AIDS/HIV -- Symptoms

WebMD's guide to the symptoms of HIV and AIDS.
AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome)

AIDS is an infectious disorder that suppresses the normal function of the immune system. It is caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV),which destroys the body's ability to fight infections. Specific cells of the immune system that are responsible for the proper response to infections (T cells) are destroyed by this virus. Characteristically a person infected with HIV initially ...
AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome

Important It is possible that the main title of the report AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome is not the name you expected. Please check the synonyms listing to find the alternate name(s) and disorder subdivision(s) covered by this report. ...
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Infection - Symptoms

Read about symptoms of HIV infection.
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Infection - When To Call a Doctor

If you are infected with HIV or caring for someone who is, call 911 or other emergency services immediately if any of the following conditions develop: seizures, loss of consciousness, new weakness in an arm, a leg, or one side of the body.
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Infection - Topic Overview

Information on the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), which causes AIDS.
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Infection - Medications

Learn about drugs that target HIV (human immunodeficiency virus), the virus that causes AIDS.