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AIDS is a chronic disorder which can be life-threatening if not treated. AIDS stands for (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome). It is caused by the human immunodeficiency virus. HIV damages the immune system resulting in multiple infections. There is no cure for HIV or AIDS but with proper medication, one can control the infection.
It is transmitted through contact with infected blood from used injections, syringes, mother to child during pregnancy, or breastfeeding. Want to know more about HIV then watch this video as our expert Dr Ajay Aggarwal, Internal Medicine, HOD, Fortis Hospital, discuss AIDS, its symptoms, causes and treatment.
