HIV causes significant problems because it specifically targets and destroys CD4-positive T cells, which are crucial for coordinating the immune system. While the body does produce antibodies against HIV, the virus mutates rapidly, evading these defenses. Additionally, HIV integrates its genetic material into host cells Show Full Answer

HIV causes significant problems because it specifically targets and destroys CD4-positive T cells, which are crucial for coordinating the immune system. While the body does produce antibodies against HIV, the virus mutates rapidly, evading these defenses. Additionally, HIV integrates its genetic material into host cells, making it difficult to eliminate. Unlike other retroviruses, HIV's unique ability to directly weaken the immune system leads to severe complications.

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