AIDS is also called Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome.

Written by Xie Ming Feng

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Updated on September 08, 2024

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AIDS, also known as Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome, is a sexually transmitted disease characterized by severe immunodeficiency caused by the infection of the Human Immunodeficiency Virus, or HIV. HIV invades the human immune system, causing a decline or even loss of immune function, ultimately leading to death due to severe infections or tumors. Therefore, its mortality rate is extremely high, and there are no effective treatments.

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Do you check for AIDS in a natural childbirth?

During natural childbirth, many institutions will conduct HIV antibody screening. Generally, during prenatal visits, routine screenings for infectious diseases such as HIV antibodies, hepatitis B surface antigen and antibody, hepatitis C antibodies, and syphilis are conducted. If any infectious diseases are detected, appropriate measures must be taken to prevent transmission and manage the conditions accordingly. During natural childbirth, many institutions also carry out HIV antibody screening. If the screening results are positive, it is crucial to promptly prevent transmission to the newborn, which requires the joint management by experienced infectious disease specialists and obstetricians.

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How long does it take to detect HIV?

Actually, the diagnosis of AIDS is mainly through the testing of AIDS antibodies or AIDS nucleic acids, and the antibody test for AIDS needs to be conducted after the window period. Generally, the window period for AIDS is about four weeks, and the test for AIDS antibodies or AIDS nucleic acids should be conducted after four weeks. If the result is positive, then it can be diagnosed. Further confirmation experiments at the disease control center are needed if the AIDS confirmation test is positive to diagnose AIDS. Once diagnosed with AIDS, treatment against the AIDS virus is required.

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Watery stools in early stage of AIDS

The appearance of watery stools does not necessarily indicate the early stages of AIDS. It could be viral gastroenteritis or food intolerance. It is not feasible to diagnose AIDS based solely on the symptom of watery stools, as AIDS symptoms are not very typical or specific. To rule out or confirm an AIDS infection, one can undergo HIV antibody or nucleic acid testing. In the early stages of AIDS, HIV nucleic acid testing is often able to detect the infection.

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Can AIDS be ruled out after six weeks?

Going to the hospital for HIV screening after six weeks is entirely feasible, as it typically surpasses the window period. However, if you have engaged in high-risk behaviors, we recommend that you get tested again after three months. If there are frequent high-risk behaviors, we advise you to undergo another test at six months to thoroughly rule out HIV.

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Which test determines AIDS?

To confirm AIDS infection, initial screening is conducted for HIV antibodies. If the result is positive, further confirmatory tests must be performed at a disease control center. Only if the confirmatory tests are positive can a diagnosis of AIDS be made. Therefore, confirmatory tests are essential to determine the presence of HIV infection. Once an HIV infection is confirmed, it is crucial to start timely and scientifically sound antiretroviral therapy, as well as to ensure proper rest and maintain good health.