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Of course, the term HIV is well known by many in the world. It is also known as Human
Immodeficiency virus. This virus is known to be the cause of AIDS. Sure, this is a condition that
is known to weaken the immune system overtime. The virus attacks the CD4+ cells of the body
leaving individuals vulnerable to infections. HIV is transmitted through various ways like mucus
membranes, eczematous or broken skin, and parenteral inoculation. The disease cannot be
transmitted by ticks, mosquitoes or other insects. Just the same, social touching such as shaking
hands, hugging, sharing dishes, and sharing toilets would not cause transmission.
Sure, the most common modes of transmission in the United States are: transmission during
sexual intercourse and through sharing sharp piercing objects used by individuals with HIV. Less
often, HIV may spread from mother to child during birth, by breastfeeding, and prenatally.
Another thing, there are certain population who are at a peak risk of exposure to HIV. The
bisexual and gay are the population of patients most affected. Again, lifestyle choice such as
substance abuse and impulsive behavior increase the risk of HIV.
However, there are ways in which HIV can be prevented and this is by practicing safe sex,
limiting sexual partners, and avoiding sharing of piercing tools. In conclusion, there are some of
the things that can be used to prevent exposure to HIV that is Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP)
and Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP). PrEP is often applicable to individuals whose partners are
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known to have HIV infection and adults who use IV drugs. PEP is used by individuals who may
have been exposed under 72 hours.
Work cited
Cook, Robert L., et al. “Problem drinking and medication adherence among persons with HIV
infection.” Journal of general internal medicine 16.2 (2001): 83-88.
Gupta, Geeta Rao, et al. “Structural approaches to HIV prevention.” The Lancet 372.9640
(2008): 764-775.
Fishbein, Martin. “The role theory in HIV prevention.” AIDS care 12.3 (2000): 273-278.
