HIV/AIDS
Book AppointmentAcquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) is a chronic, life-threatening condition caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), which damages your immune system. By compromising your immune system, HIV restricts your body's ability to fight against organisms that cause disease.
HIV is a sexually transmitted disease and can also be transferred through infected blood contact, from mother to child during pregnancy, childbirth or breast feeding.
To date, there is no cure for HIV/AIDS; however medications are available which can reduce the progression of this disease.
When to seek expert advise
If you think that you may have been infected with HIV or have experienced the symptoms of HIV it is best to get checked by a medical specialist. Make an appointment to consult with our doctors in the Internal Medicine Service Line at the Aga Khan University Hospital
Disclaimer
The information provided on our website is for educational purposes and not intended to be a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. You should always seek the advice of your doctor or other healthcare professional provider.
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