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Which is spread through saliva, sharing utensils or mosquito bites, which is a disease that affects gay … These and many other misconceptions surrounding HIV – AIDS. It is therefore important that we get rid of doubts to protect us from this cruel disease.

Let us examine some of the myths about HIV most common to be able to protect security.

Myth: HIV is the same as AIDS
No, not the same. HIV is the virus that causes AIDS disease, which occurs once the person’s immunity is reduced. A person may have the virus for life without AIDS will “wake up.” But it is essential to take special care.

Myth: If I am in a serious relationship I have no chance of getting AIDS
Not necessarily be monogamous places you safe from the disease. You can catch HIV through infected needles and transfusions of infected blood.

Myth: Do not share utensils, glasses and eating with an infected person
False. While the virus is present in saliva, is in tiny amounts, so that is not a risk. You shake hands, hugging, kissing, sharing food and objects with an infected person.

Myth: The HIV-infected women can not have children
False. There are several therapies that help the chances of transmission from mother to child are very low. This gives many women the chance of becoming pregnant, despite being infected. Must take special medication during pregnancy, but then it is important to avoid breastfeeding, as the milk itself is a form of contagion.

Myth: No need to use condoms for oral sex.
HIV can be spread through oral sex because the virus is present in semen and vaginal fluid. It is therefore important to use a condom during sex, both in intercourse, oral sex and anal sex.

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