{"id":49992,"date":"2023-12-01T16:56:28","date_gmt":"2023-12-01T11:26:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/?p=49992"},"modified":"2023-12-01T16:56:28","modified_gmt":"2023-12-01T11:26:28","slug":"world-aids-day-know-the-3-stages-of-hiv-infection","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.1mg.com\/articles\/world-aids-day-know-the-3-stages-of-hiv-infection\/","title":{"rendered":"World AIDS Day: Know The 3 Stages Of HIV Infection"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"World<\/p>\n

According to the WHO, HIV remains a significant global public health issue, around 40 million people are living with HIV all over the world [1]. World AIDS Day is observed every year on 1 December to raise awareness about HIV and AIDS and honor the lives affected by the epidemic. The theme for this year is \u201cLet Communities Lead\u201d emphasizing the influence of communities on the HIV response and global health.
\nHIV infection is currently incurable, with the symptoms gradually turning severe over the years. The disease is most common in people over 15 to 49 years [2]. The risk of getting HIV varies widely depending on the type of exposure (such as sharing needles or having sexual intercourse without protection). Some factors carry a much higher risk of transmission than other exposures.<\/p>\n

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HIV progresses through different stages, and individuals can be asymptomatic for an extended period. Symptoms typically emerge when the immune system is significantly compromised. Let\u2019s look at the different stages of HIV infection.<\/p>\n

3 Stages Of HIV Infections and Associated Symptoms<\/strong><\/p>\n

The symptoms experienced by an individual living with HIV depend on the stage of infection. Without treatment, the symptoms get worse over time and eventually gain control over the immune system.
\nWhen an individual contracts HIV and does not receive treatment, the infection progresses through three stages:<\/p>\n

Stage 1: Acute HIV Infection<\/strong>
\nAcute HIV infection is the earliest stage of HIV infection. It develops as early as 2 to 3 weeks after someone contracts HIV. In the acute stage of infection, HIV multiplies rapidly and spreads throughout the body. This stage is also called as seroconversion period (when the body begins to produce antibodies against HIV).
\nNot everyone develops symptoms at this stage. Therefore, people can contract HIV without knowing it, which makes testing essential [3].<\/p>\n

During this stage, an individual can notice symptoms like :<\/strong><\/p>\n