12/09/2026
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HIV AIDS 🧬📢
Human Immunodeficiency Virus(HIV) Is a virus 🦠 that attacks the body’s immune system especially the CD4 cells (T-helper lymphocytes)
Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) Is the advanced stage of HIV infection, where the immune system is severely damaged and the body becomes vulnerable to opportunistic infections and certain cancers.
CLINICAL FEATURES 🩺
✓ Quick weight Loss (unexplained)
✓ Persistent fever (especially at night)
✓ Night sweats.
✓ Skin rashes or lesions
✓ Mouth ulcers
✓ Anorexia (loss of appetite)
✓ Swollen lymph nodes( neck, armpits, groin)
✓ Recurrent infections (Tuberculosis, oral thrush)
✓ Fatigue and weakness. Et cetera
PREVENTION
✓ Practice safe s*x( use of condoms consistently and correctly)
✓ Be faithful to one partner/ reduce multiple partners
✓ Get tested and know your status
✓ Use HIV prevention methods (PrEP/ PEP where available)
✓ Avoid sharing needles🧵 or sharp objects
✓ Ensure pregnant women access PMTCT.
✓ Educate yourself and others about HIV & AIDS. ET CETERA
NOTE: Know your status and protect your future 🎗️
&AIDS EDUCATION
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