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HIV does not directly affect the nervous system of a body. It does however create inflammation that causes complications for the nervous system. These can range anywhere from muscle tingling and numbness to neuralogical symptoms like forgetfulness, mood changes and anxiety. The nervous system controls the area where the brain stem attaches to the spinal column and it is estimated that up to 50% of AIDS sufferers in the US have these complications.
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Does HIV initially infect cells of the nervous system?
No, HIV primarily infects and targets cells of the immune system, specifically CD4 T cells. However, it can indirectly impact the nervous system by causing inflammation and affecting immune function, leading to HIV-associated neurological complications.
HIV initially infects cells of the nervous system.?
HIV, the human immuno-deficiency virus, does not infect nerve cells, it infects white blood cells. (false)
What does HIV most effect?
HIV most affects our immune system especially our T helper cells.
Can HIV infect the nervous system?
HIV does not infect the nervous system but affects it. Since HIV suppresses the immune system, pathogens can attack the nervous system. The virus does not directly attack the nerves.
What kind of cell does HIV infect?
HIV infects cells in the central nervous system and the immune system. HIV's main target cell is the T helper lymphocyte. These cells play a crucial role in the immune system, by coordinating the actions of other immune system cells. A large reduction in the number of T helper cells seriously weakens the immune system3
What part of the body is affected by HIV-?
The HIV affects the immune system cells called the T-helper cells.
What effect would you expect AZT to have on the number of T cells in an HIV-infected person's blood and immune system overall?
AZT (azidothymidine) is a nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor commonly used in the treatment of HIV infection. It works by inhibiting the replication of the virus in infected cells. Consequently, AZT treatment can lead to an increase in the number of T cells in an HIV-infected person's blood. This occurs as the virus's replication is suppressed, allowing the immune system to recover and produce more T cells. Therefore, AZT can have a beneficial effect in restoring and strengthening the immune system of HIV-infected individuals.
Does HIV attack epidermal cells?
HIV mainly attacks cells in the immune system. I'm not aware of a major impact on skin (epidermal) cells.
What does HIV do to the system?
HIV attacks the T cells of the immune system so people with AIDS die from the common cold because the T cells that fight off the common cold died because of HIV
What is the main effect HIV?
it weakens your immune system
Which system does hiv and aids attack?
HIV attacks the immune system. The name itself tells you when it is written in full form. HIV stands for Human immunodeficiency virus.
What virus attacks the cells in the immune system that produce antibodies?
HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) attacks the T cells, which are a type of immune cell that plays a crucial role in coordinating the immune response, including the production of antibodies. By destroying these cells, HIV weakens the immune system's ability to fight infections effectively.
