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How does hiv/aids affect the body?

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Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a virus that contains the condition acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome. (AIDS) The virus attacks a specific type of immune system cell in the body, known as CD4 helper lymphocyte cells . HIV destroys these cells making it harder for the body to fight off other infections.

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