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What is

acquired immunodeficiency syndrome

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Pronunciation: /əkˈwaɪərd ˌɪmjunoʊˌdɪˈfɪʃənsi ˈsɪnˌdroʊm/

acquired immunodeficiency syndrome

Definition

A disease caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). People with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome are at an increased risk for developing certain cancers and for infections that usually occur only in individuals with a weak immune system. Also called AIDS.