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A person suffering from AIDS finally dies due to ___________.
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other infections
💡 Explanation:
AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) weakens the immune system by destroying CD4 cells, making the body vulnerable to opportunistic infections. Patients typically die from these secondary infections (pneumonia, tuberculosis, etc.) rather than the HIV virus itself.