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HIV/AIDS
/ Causes of Infection
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Epidemiological
studies have shown that there are only three
modes of transmission of HIV infection:- |
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1)
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Through
sexual intercourse: This includes-Heterosexual,
Homosexual and Bisexual. |
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2)
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Through
Blood and Blood products : This includes- |
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• Transfusion
of unscreened/ contaminated blood. |
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• Using
contaminated needles and syringes. |
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• Through contaminated
instruments like razors (beware of using once
used razors in barber
shops) used in shaving or the needle used
in ear piercing, tattooing etc. |
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3) |
Vertical transmission: From infected mother
to her fetus or infant before / during / or
after delivery. |
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