Can AIDS cause coughing?

Written by Xie Ming Feng

Dermatology

Updated on September 24, 2024

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Once AIDS patients enter the AIDS phase, due to the sharp decline in the body's immune function, their respiratory system will be compromised. Various bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites can all infect the lungs, leading to various types of pneumonia, which then results in symptoms of coughing. Therefore, AIDS patients do cough.

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How many HIV/AIDS cases are there in China?

According to epidemiological surveys from 2017, there are approximately 1.25 million HIV-infected individuals in our country. The annual number of new HIV infections is on the rise each year. Among the transmission routes of HIV, sexual transmission now accounts for 90% of all routes. In women, the main mode of HIV transmission is through men. Among male HIV carriers, about 70%-80% are infected through homosexual activities.

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Can an airplane cup (fleshlight) transmit AIDS?

Using a masturbation cup alone will not result in contracting AIDS. However, if the masturbation cup is shared with an AIDS patient, there is a risk of infection. This can occur if the AIDS patient leaves bodily fluids or secretions on the masturbation cup, and the next user's mucous membranes come into contact with these fluids, potentially leading to HIV infection.

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Is herpes zoster AIDS?

Dyshidrosis belongs to a type of allergic disease and is categorized under eczema, commonly occurring on both hands. This condition has a high incidence rate and has no relation to HIV/AIDS. HIV/AIDS, caused by sexual contact or blood transmission, leads to Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome and is distinctly different from dyshidrosis. Dyshidrosis can be completely cured through conventional anti-allergy treatments or by applying topical steroid creams. On the other hand, once infected with HIV/AIDS, treatment can be complicated, requiring long-term medication to suppress viral replication, but it cannot be completely cured. Dyshidrosis is not related to HIV/AIDS, nor is it a preliminary symptom of HIV/AIDS; there is no connection between the two.

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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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How to cure AIDS?

AIDS currently cannot be eradicated or cured. This is because after the HIV virus infects the human body, it forms a viral reservoir within the immune system. The current anti-HIV medications only suppress the replication of the HIV virus, but are unable to effectively eliminate the viral reservoir. This is why AIDS cannot be cured. It requires long-term and regular medication adherence. If medications are not taken on time or are discontinued without authorization, the disease is very likely to relapse.