What happens when HIV weakens the immune system?

Answer 1

This question is difficult to answer universally because every one is different. HIV is considered a lentivirus which means that it is slow-acting. The implications are that it will take some time before the immune system is so weakened that a person becomes truly ill.

From what we have seen, without treatment, a person with HIV will progress to AIDS in about 10 years, if not less. We see people in Africa progressing to AIDS much faster than patients in the United States and elsewhere.

Answer 2

HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is the virus that causes AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome).

HIV's affect on the body varies on each individual. The effect on a person can greatly depend on their lifestyle and environment.

However, in most cases, it can take years for people to become aware of their infection. The effects of the disease are gradual and can go unnoticed for a long time.

Answer 3

first of all HIV is just a premature form of AIDS. you really aren't in any real trouble until HIV turns into AIDS. but when AIDS weakens the immune system the victim has a great possibility of dieing from something as simple as a common cold because the T-cells are attacked in the process leaving your body with really no way of fighting the simple cold.

Answer 4

A white blood cell (which has got CD4 receptors)

Answer 5

The end point of the infection occurs. It is the disease called AIDS.

Answer 6

HIV weakens the immune system.