May 18, 2021 BY imani leave a comment
Way before the Covid-19 pandemic hit, the world was overcome by another life-threatening virus – HIV. HIV, or the human immunodeficiency viruses, can cause AIDS, or the acquired immunodeficiency syndrome. The virus attacks the immune system and makes it difficult to fight other infections and disease. As a result, the body grows weaker and unable to overcome even the smallest infections.
HIV is spread by contact with blood, childbirth, breastfeeding, or, most commonly, through fluids produced during sexual intercourse. Some of the symptoms of AIDS include sweats, chills, diarrhoea, fever, swollen lymph glands, weakness, weight loss, fatigue, skin rashes, and white spots or lesions in the mouth or on the tongue.
The Covid-19 virus has become very widespread because of the ease of droplet transmission. It is easier to contract than HIV and much less harmful to the immune system than AIDS. Covid-19 attacks the respiratory system. Though there have been many fatalities, most people recover in due time without the need for special treatment.
Some of the symptoms of Covid-19 include fever, dry cough, fatigue, loss of taste and smell, muscle pain, headaches, and even shortness of breath and chest pain. It may take up to 14 days after contracting the virus to develop symptoms.
Covid-19 is a serious disease that we’ve been fighting for over a year. People with underlying conditions, such as obesity or high blood pressure, are at higher risk of dying from Covid-19. Considering AIDS is a serious underlying condition that affects the immune system as a whole, it could significantly diminish the patient’s chances of surviving Covid-19.
We encourage you to follow all the safety precautions in regards to the Covid-19 pandemic. If you or your loved ones suffer from AIDS, please seek medical help immediately.