Asymptomatic HIV infection
Alternative names:
HIV infection - asymptomatic
Prevention:
Do not have sexual intercourse with people known or suspected
to be infected with AIDS,
numerous partners, people who have multiple partners, or people
who use IV drugs. Do not use intravenous
drugs. If IV drugs are used, do not share needles or syringes.
People with AIDS or who have had positive antibody
tests may pass the disease on to others and should not donate
blood, plasma, body organs, or sperm. They should not exchange
body fluids during sexual activity.
Safer sex behaviors may
reduce the risk of acquiring the infection. There is a risk
of acquiring the infection even if "safe sex" is practiced
with the use of condoms.
Abstinence is the only sure way to prevent sexual transmission
of the virus.
Update Date: 02/09/00
Updated by: J. Gordon Lambert, MD, Associate Medical Director,
Utah Health Informatics and adam.com
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