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What is the survival rate of infants born with HIV?
HIV-infected infants do not have symptoms at birth, although about 15% develop serious symptoms or die within the first year.
Which statement is TRUE regarding infants born to HIV infected mothers?
Which are true statements regarding infant HIV
Can you get HIV from breastmilk?
Yes, HIV can be transmitted through breastmilk from an HIV-positive mother to her baby. It is important for HIV-positive mothers to receive proper medical care and guidance to reduce the risk of transmission to their infants.
What is a the minimum age for testing for HIV in the US and particularly in Wash. DC?
There is no minimum age for HIV testing. In fact, infants are often tested.
What are the effect of hiv and aids on infant?
HIV and AIDS can have severe effects on infants, primarily through vertical transmission from an infected mother during pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding. Infants infected with HIV are at a higher risk of developing opportunistic infections, delayed growth, and neurological issues. Without treatment, the progression of the disease can lead to severe health complications and increased mortality rates. Early diagnosis and antiretroviral therapy are crucial for improving health outcomes for HIV-positive infants.
How do infants get AIDS?
Infants can contract HIV through breastmilk or while in utero. Also, a baby could contract the virus by coming into contact with tainted body fluids (blood, semen, etc.) However, there are medications HIV positive mothers can take during pregnancy that can reduce the likelihood of transmission to the fetus.
How many HIV-infected infants live past ten years of age?
Almost one-half die by the age of 10.
What is often the first illness to appear in an HIV-infected infant?
Pneumonia caused by Pneumocystis carinii often is the first AIDS-related illness to appear in HIV-infected infants and is a major cause of death during the first year.
What is the most common screening for HIV?
The most common screening for HIV tests for antibodies in the blood; however most infants born to infected mothers test positive for 6-18 months because of the presence of maternal antibodies.
What do opponents of circumcision claim about the procedure?
Here are a couple of myths about it: Supposedly it was said to reduce HIV, but those who conducted the study were already in favor and since it's been found to be inneffective. To prevent HIV, one must use condoms.
Is HIV positive good or bad?
It is better to be HIV negative than HIV positive. An HIV positive person is infected with HIV.
Can someone be born with AIDS and lose the disease over time?
AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome) is a diagnosis given to individuals who are infected with HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus). HIV is the virus that causes someone to develop AIDS. There are instances where a child is born HIV+, but with treatment, could ultimately be virus free after treatment. This is the only instance where a human is able to be cleared of infection. An infants ability to clear HIV infection is a result of the state of their immune system at birth. Breast milk contains enough HIV to transmit infection because of the large concentration of white blood cells found in the fluid. White blood cells are passed from mother-to-child during breastfeeding to compensate for an infants lack of a developed immune system. If a healthcare provider acts swiftly, it is possible to take advantage of the infant's weakened immune state before the virus is given the opportunity to "take-hold."
