Different Pathologies (Exam 3) Flashcards
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A specific type of virus (retrovirus).
HIV
HIV
Human Immunodeficiency Virus
HIV invades the helper _____ cells to replicate itself.
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HIV is the virus that causes _____.
AIDS
AIDS
Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome
Disease limits the body’s ability ____.
To fight infection.
A person with AIDS has a very weak _____.
Immune system.
HIV and AIDS cure or no cure?
No cure.
Short, flu-like illness, occurs one to six weeks after infection. Could have no symptoms at all. Infected person can infect other people.
Stage 1 Primary HIV
Lasts for an average of ten years. This stage is free from symptoms. There may be swollen glands. The level of HIV in the blood drops to very low levels. HIV antibodies are detectable in the blood.
Stage 2 Asymptomatic HIV
Symptoms are mild. Immune system deteriorates. Emergence of opportunistic infections and cancers.
Stage 3 Symptomatic HIV
Immune system weakens. lllness becomes more severe leading to an AIDS diagnosis.
Stage 4 HIV - AIDS
Tuberculosis (TB), Strep Pneumonia.
Bacterial Opportunitsic Infections
Kaposi Sarcoma, Herpes, Influenza (Flu).
Viral Opportnistic Infections
Pneuomycitis Carinii
Parasitic Opportnistic Infections
Candida, Cryptococcus.
Fungal Opportnistic Infections
Modes of Transmission Body Fluids
Blood products, semen, vaginal fluids, breast milk.
Modes of Transmission IV Drug Use
Sharing needles.
Modes of Transmission Sex
Oral, Anal, Intercourse, Finger
Modes of Transmission Mother-to-Baby
Before, During, After Birth
Increase muscle mass that boosts total amount of energy body produces. Elevated energy levels enhance immune system. Reduces cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Protect against the associated risk of heart disease.
Exercise for HIV/AIDS
Decrease fatigue, regulate bowel function, improve mental outlook, increase bone density, protection against osteoporosis, improved circulation, heart capacity, and lung function, beneficial sleep, stronger self-image, self-confidence.
Exercise for HIV/AIDS
Adds density and bulk to the muscles in your body. This type of exercise probably the most important for people with HIV.
Resistive Exercise (Weight training)
This type of exercise good for immune system, decreases risk of heart disease, weight management.
Aerobic Exercise for AIDS/HIV