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AIDS
     Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome. The disease that results from the sexually transmitted disease, HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus). A serious (often fatal) disease of the immune system transmitted through blood products especially by sexual contact or contaminated needles.
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