Question 9: Featured are specimens of bronchitis and pneumonia. These infections are common occurrence in patients with HIV AIDS.
a) Why are opportunistic infections common in these patients? How does HIV AIDS affect the body?
b) How can acquired immunity patients protect themselves from such infections ?
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Question 9: Featured are specimens of bronchitis and pneumonia. These infections are common occurrence in patients with HIV AIDS.
a) Why are opportunistic infections common in these patients? How does HIV AIDS affect the body?
b) How can acquired immunity patients protect themselves from such infections ?
"SHORT ANSWERS PLEASE"
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