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Could one infected with both hiv-1 and hiv-2 at a time?

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Yes: Infection with either hiv-1 or hiv-2 is not protective against a superimposed infection by the other virus. So in theory, yes, one could get both in one individual. Hiv-2 is fairly uncommon in the us so infection with it is unlikely.

Answered 9/15/2013

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