BDSM Lexicon · Health & hygiene

HIV

HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is a virus that attacks the human immune system. Without treatment, HIV can eventually lead to AIDS, a stage in which the body becomes severely weakened by infections and diseases.

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Related terms

• Sexually transmitted diseases
• Condoms
• STI
• AIDS

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