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Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C. These are viral infections that can be transmitted through sexual contact. Hepatitis B and C affect the liver and can severely damage it. Treatment with interferon is available, but this drug therapy may have serious side effects.

Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). HIV is associated with AIDS. This virus attacks and destroys certain white blood cells (T-helper lymphocytes) that are involved in the immune system. As the number of these cells is reduced, the ability of your body to fight off infections also decreases. This eventually results in death. Although there is no cure, early detection allows for treatment with anti-viral therapies that can help to prolong life.

Hepatitis B and C.
Cause: Virus.
Symptom: Usually involve the liver. Hepatitis may cause permanent liver damage.
Treatment: Interferon has been used but may have serious side effects.

Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Cause: Virus.
Symptom: The virus destroys white blood cells that fight off infections. As their numbers are decreased the ability to fight off even the simplest of infections is reduced. This may result in death.
Treatment: There is no cure. Early detection of the virus and early treatment with anti-viral medications can reduce infections and prolong life.

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