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HERPES VIRUS 8
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In AIDS patients, the cancer can develop very fast. It may also involve the skin, lungs, gastrointestinal tract, and other organs.In people with AIDS, Kaposi's sarcoma is caused by an interaction between HIV, a weakened immune system, and the huma...
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Causes GENETIC FACTORS. The role of genetic factors in KS varies across its five types.
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A variety of factors appear to contribute to the development of KS. One of the first avenues offered as causal agents was genetic predisposition.
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A biopsy is usually performed in order to verify the diagnosis. Since other cancers may have a similar appearance to KS, it is often useful to test for the presence of human herpesvirus 8 in order to confirm the diagnosis.
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Detailed information on herpes simplex virus and pregnancy Genital herpes can be spread to the baby during delivery, if a woman has an active infection at that time. Herpes is a sexually transmitted disease caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). Herpes infections can cause blisters and ulcers on the mouth or face (oral herpes), or in the genital area (genital herpes). HSV is a life-long infection.
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If you have herpes, you're not alone. Millions of Americans have it. Herpes has no cure. But you can control it and learn how to protect yourself and others from outbreaks.
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