HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is a lentivirus that arises from Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome. This disease affects thousands of human beings and is characterized by the progressive deterioration of the immune system.
HIV infection is usually transmitted through blood, vaginal lubrication, breast milk, and semen. However, transmission through saliva is minimal in terms of numbers. This virus can be found in body fluids, present in free particles in infected cells.
However, among a third of the deaths, many occurred in sub-Saharan Africa, which directly affects economic growth and increases poverty levels. In 2013, a survey of data found that approximately 78 million people were infected with HIV. The study also found that 39 million people died from this condition.
Finally, check out the video below that explains more about this virus, where some symptoms require close attention, since it is a disease that is often silent. In addition, HIV is often known as one of the most deadly viruses that doctors have ever been able to detect.
WATCH NOW THE VIDEO THAT EXPLAINS IN A SIMPLER WAY WHAT HIV IS, AND THE INITIAL SYMPTOMS THAT REQUIRE ATTENTION, STAY ALERT: