Origin of the HIV/AIDS?
It has been known for a long time that certain viruses can pass between species. Indeed, the very fact that chimpanzees obtained the infection from two other species of primate shows just how easily this crossover can occur. As animals ourselves, we are just as susceptible. When a viral transfer between animals and humans takes place, it is known as zoonoses.
Theories
“The Hunter Theory” - The most commonly accepted theory is that of the 'hunter'. In this scenario, infection was transferred to humans as a result of chimps being killed and eaten or their blood getting into cuts or wounds on the hunter.
"The Contaminated Needle Theory” - This is an extension of the original 'hunter' theory. In the 1950's, the use of disposable plastic syringes became commonplace around the world as a cheap, sterile way to administer medicines.
"The Conspiracy Theory” - Some believe that HIV is a 'conspiracy' or that it is 'man-made'. A recent survey carried out in the US for example, identified a significant number of African Americans who believe HIV was manufactured as part of a biological warfare program, designed to wipe out large numbers of black and homosexual people.
"The Contaminated Needle Theory” - This is an extension of the original 'hunter' theory. In the 1950's, the use of disposable plastic syringes became commonplace around the world as a cheap, sterile way to administer medicines.
"The Conspiracy Theory” - Some believe that HIV is a 'conspiracy' or that it is 'man-made'. A recent survey carried out in the US for example, identified a significant number of African Americans who believe HIV was manufactured as part of a biological warfare program, designed to wipe out large numbers of black and homosexual people.
Prevention
Having sex without a condom can put a person at risk of being infected with HIV and other sexually transmitted infections. HIV can be spread by having unprotected sex (vaginal, oral and anal sex). It can also be caught from sharing sex toys with someone infected with HIV.
Intravenous drug use is an important factor in HIV transmission in developed countries. Sharing needles can expose users to HIV and other viruses, such as hepatitis C.
Intravenous drug use is an important factor in HIV transmission in developed countries. Sharing needles can expose users to HIV and other viruses, such as hepatitis C.
Systems Reaction?
The virus will multiply in your body for a few weeks or even months before your immune system responds. During this time, you won’t test positive for HIV, but you can infect other people.
When your immune system responds, it starts to make antibodies. When this happens, you will test positive for HIV.
After the first flu-like symptoms, some people with HIV stay healthy for ten years or longer. But during this time, HIV is damaging your immune system.
When your immune system responds, it starts to make antibodies. When this happens, you will test positive for HIV.
After the first flu-like symptoms, some people with HIV stay healthy for ten years or longer. But during this time, HIV is damaging your immune system.