This document discusses HIV infection and AIDS. It defines HIV as destroying the immune system, while AIDS is the last phase when the body can no longer fight infections. HIV is transmitted through bodily fluids and can be prevented by using condoms during sex and not sharing needles. The stages of HIV infection are described from the initial window period to symptomatic AIDS. Prevention, testing, and staying healthy as an HIV positive person are also covered.

1. Topic: HIV Infection and AIDS
Group 6
Subject: Health Education
Dr. Chhay Leakhena
Group Member: Mr. Tit Phearak (70355)
Mr. MoulsemChormvirak (66559)
Mr. Mong Pisey (57819)

2. Contents
1. Introduction of HIV and AIDS
2. How HIV is Transmitted!!!
3. Symptoms of HIV and AIDS
4. Phases of HIV Infection
5. Prevention
6. How to Stay Healthy with HIV!!!
7. HIV Testing
8. Conclusion

3. 1. Introduction of HIV and AIDS
• HIV (the human immunodeficiency virus) destroys
the immune system. So it is impossible for the body
to fight with disease or illnesses.
• AIDS ( acquired immune deficiency syndrome) is the
last phase in HIV disease , when the body is unable
to fight a disease or infection.

4. Someone who is HIV positive may
appear to be healthy from 10 years of
longer before the symptoms of AIDS
develop.

5. 2. How HIV is Transmitted!!!
HIV is spread by:
Blood, semen , or vaginal fluids from infected person enter
someone else’s body.
Sexual contact without condom
Sharing needles (primarily for drug injection) with
someone who is infected.
Through transfusions of infected blood or blood
clotting factors.

6. 3. Mother-to-child transmission
 A woman with HIV can pass HIV to her child:
 During pregnancy
 During childbirth
 Through breastfeeding

7. Cont…
 The risk of mother-to-child transmission of HIV is low when:
Women with HIV receive HIV medicine during pregnancy and
childbirth.
Babies born to women with HIV receive HIV medicines for 6 weeks
after birth and no need to breastfeeding.

8. Less commonly, HIV may be
spread by:
 Eating food that has been pre-chewed by an HIV-infected
person.
 Being bitten by a person with HIV. There is no risk of
transmission if the skin is not broken.
 Oral sex—using the mouth to stimulate the penis,
vagina, or anus.
 Deep, open-mouth kissing. HIV is not spread through
saliva. Transmission through kissing alone is extremely
rare.

9. HIV did not spread by:

10. 4. Symptoms of HIV Infection and AIDS
Common symptoms of HIV are:
Systemic:
- Fever
- Weight loss
Control:
- Malaise
- Headache
- Neuropathy
Pharyngitis
Mouth:
- Sores
- Thrush
Lymph nodes:
- Lymphadenopathy
Esophagus:
- Sores
Skin:
- Rash
Muscles:
- Myalgia
Liver and Spleen:
- Enlargement
Gastric:
- Nausea
- Vomiting

11. 5. Phases of HIV Infection
WINDOW
PERIOD:
Lasts up to 6
mouths
ACUTE
PRIMARY
INFECTION:
Lasts 1-2
weeks
s
ASYMPTOMATICM
PHASE:
Lasts 3-15 years
Median 9 years
DEFINABLE
AS AIDS
CASEE:
Lasts 1-3 years
SYMPTOMATIC
PHASE WITH
PERSISTENT
GENERALIZED
LYMPHADENOPATHY:
Lasts 1-3 years

12. 5. Prevention
 If you are beginning sexual relationship, take time before
having sex to talk about HIV and other STDs.
Use condom with any new partners.
 If you plan to use HIV testing to decide whether condoms are
needed, wait six month after any unprotected sexual contact or
other high-risk behavior.
Do not rely on the spermicide or the diaphragm to protect
against STDs.
 Avoid activities that spread HIV. Safer activities include close-mouth
kissing, hugging, massage, and other pleasurable
touching
 Never share needless, syringes, or other personal items that
could be contaminated with blood.

14. 6. How to Stay Healthy with HIV!!!
Spare your body from stress
Get HIV medicine for reducing the power of
HIV.
Always practice safe sex
Practice a healthier lifestyle

15. 7. HIV Testing
HIV testing can helps protect your health.
If you are HIV-negative, you can continue taking
steps to avoid getting HIV, such as using a condom
during sex.
If you are HIV-positive, you can still take steps to
protect your health.

16. 8. Conclusion
You should know how it spreads and how to prevent it.
 You should take a HIV/AIDS test if you are involved in any
risky behaviors.
 You should tell others the importance of getting tested and
prevention.
There is no cure of this virus, but you can protect your health
to live longer from this disease .
Whether you are positive or negative, please take the time to
learn more about HIV/AID and pass that information on to
other, it is never too late.
we recommend that people who are having sex, should get
tested routinely every 3 months.

17. Thanks for Your Attention!!!
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