The word "aids" is spelled with the letters A-I-D-S. In IPA phonetic transcription, it is pronounced /eɪdz/. The first syllable has the "long A" vowel sound, which is pronounced /eɪ/. The second syllable has the "short I" vowel sound, pronounced /ɪ/, followed by the letter D and the consonant cluster S. "Aids" is a term used to refer to a group of medical conditions that weaken the immune system, caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).
AIDS, an acronym for Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome, is a grave and progressive medical condition caused by the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). It is characterized by the impairment of the immune system, rendering the body susceptible to various infections, diseases, and cancers. AIDS is considered the most advanced stage of HIV infection and is identified by a CD4 cell count below 200 cells/mm³ or the presence of specific opportunistic infections.
The Human Immunodeficiency Virus attacks the immune system, particularly CD4+ T cells, which are vital in fighting off infections in the body. As the virus replicates within these cells, the immune system weakens progressively, leading to the onset of AIDS. The time it takes from initial HIV infection to the development of AIDS can vary greatly and is influenced by various factors, including antiretroviral treatment.
Symptoms of AIDS can include rapid weight loss, recurrent fevers, night sweats, chronic diarrhea, extreme fatigue, swollen lymph nodes, and opportunistic infections such as tuberculosis, pneumonia, and certain types of cancer. With proper medical care, treatment, and adherence to antiretroviral therapy, people living with HIV can prevent the progression to AIDS and maintain a good quality of life.
AIDS has had a devastating impact globally since its emergence in the 1980s, affecting millions of individuals and leading to countless deaths. Efforts to combat AIDS include education on prevention methods, access to affordable and effective antiretroviral medications, and global initiatives aimed at reducing new infections and providing support to affected individuals and communities.
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The word "AIDS" is an abbreviation/acronym for Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome. The term "acquired" refers to the fact that the disease is not hereditary, but rather acquired through infection or other means. "Immunodeficiency" refers to the weakening or failure of the immune system, and "syndrome" refers to a group of symptoms that collectively characterize a particular condition or disease. The acronym "AIDS" was first coined by a group of scientists at a meeting in July 1982 to describe the syndrome that was being identified at the time.