Question

Read the following statements and write your answer as true or false.

HIV breaks down the body’s immune system.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is A True

HIV:

1. HIV causes AIDS by impairing the body's ability to resist infections.
2. The virus can be spread through contact with tainted blood, sperm, or vaginal secretions. Following HIV infection, flu-like symptoms such as fever, sore throat, and tiredness can occur within a few weeks. The illness is usually asymptomatic until it progresses to AIDS.
3. AIDS symptoms include weight loss, fever or night sweats, fatigue, and recurrent infections.
4. Although there is no cure for AIDS, strict adherence to antiretroviral (ARV) regimens can help to decrease the disease's course and avoid secondary infections and complications.

Immune System:

1. Our immune machine protects us from invaders like viruses, germs, and overseas bodies. White blood cells are important component.
2. HIV targets a specific type of immune cell in the human body. It`s also known as a T cell or CD4 helper cell.
3. When HIV damages this cell, the body`s ability to fight off additional infections is harmed. Even a mild infection like a cold can become far more serious if HIV is not treated.

Final answer: The given statement is True.