The human immunodeficiency virus.

摘要: Infection with the human immunodeficiency virus is now a worldwide pandemic, transmitted through contact infected body fluids, particularly during heterosexual intercourse. in adults followed by an asymptomatic period that lasts several years, after which continued destruction of immune system renders individual susceptible to multiple opportunistic infections. Antiviral therapy has been shown prolong patient survival. However, viral resistance limited options available clinicians. Until truly effective antiviral agent or immune-modulator developed, efforts change risky sexual practices will remain most important resource limiting spread this infection.