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Is kaposi sarcoma linked to aids?
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Yes: Ks can develop in patents with hiv.
Answered 7/26/2012
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Yes: Kaposi's sarcoma (ks) is caused by a herpesvirus. Transplant patients or other immunocopromised patients such as those with aids are more susceptible to infection. Restoration of immune competence by treatment with retroviral therapy may help control ks.
Answered 11/28/2012
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