Which one of the following statements is TRUE about HIV and AIDS?

Which one of the following statements is TRUE about HIV and AIDS?
A. An individual in asymptomatic stage of HIV infection tests negative.
B. A person develops AIDS during the window period of HIV infection.
C. An individual infected with HIV does not necessarily have AIDS.
D. HIV can be spread by mosquito bites.

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The correct answer is (C) An individual infected with HIV does not necessarily have AIDS.

HIV is a virus that can lead to immune system deterioration while AIDS is a condition caused by HIV, HIV infection doesn’t necessarily progress to stage 3, as a matter of fact many people with HIV live for many years without developing AIDS.

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sharon kalunda answered the question on July 29, 2019 at 07:42

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