The body is diseased at high levels of HIV and risk in this stage is highly contagious. The common symptoms include fever (100.4 to 104 F), headaches, loss of appetite, swollen lymph nodes, rash, and loss of energy, achy joints or muscles. Some people have no symptoms or symptoms are hard to separate from regular viral sicknesses. The acute stage can be misdiagnosed since it could have similar symptoms as common infections. The acute stage risk to the immune system is severe, over 60% of the T cells are infected and over half can be …show more content…
The virus replication can be suppressed through the use of highly active antiretroviral therapy 3. The drug can also help to boost the immune system in some cases. When the immune system is stronger, the drugs reduce the amount of sicknesses. This can also increase the quality of life in HIV patients to live longer4. Antiretroviral therapy can allow the body to replenish these cells, which further protect the immune system 4. It 's important that you take your medications exactly as prescribed. This is a crucial part of your treatment success. Antiretroviral therapy is a part of living with HIV, it’s important to ensure patients take their medications daily even though they may have side effects. This is a critical part of their antiretroviral treatment